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Minors Lane Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

8510 Minors Lane, Louisville, KY 40219

Enrollment

372

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#1,184 of 1,284

In Louisville

#118 of 147

public schools

In district

#120 of 149

Jefferson County

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Minors Lane Elementary

3.8/10

Elementary School in Louisville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.2/10

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About Minors Lane Elementary

Minors Lane Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Minors Lane Elementary serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Minors Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,184 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Minors Lane Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Minors Lane Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.3% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism35.5%

Minors Lane Elementary — Students at Minors Lane Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 35 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
20%
ELA
27.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.

How Minors Lane Elementary Compares

See how Minors Lane Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in KY
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8510 Minors Lane, Louisville, KY 40219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Minors Lane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blue Lick Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Slaughter Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Blake Elementary Louisville 1.1 mi 2.2
Okolona Elementary Louisville 1.7 mi 5.1
Blue Lick Elementary Louisville 1.8 mi 7.6
Knight Middle Louisville 1.9 mi 5.8
Southern High Louisville 1.8 mi 4.1
ST RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Louisville 1.9 mi 7.6
Georgia Chaffee Teenage Parent Program Fairdale 2.0 mi 5.7
Coral Ridge Elementary Fairdale 2.5 mi 4.4
Fairdale High Fairdale 2.2 mi 5.9
Slaughter Elementary Louisville 2.6 mi 5.2
Mary Ryan Academy Louisville 3.3 mi
W.E.B. DuBois Academy Louisville 3.3 mi 6.2
Hartstern Elementary Louisville 2.8 mi 3.9
Indian Trail Elementary Louisville 3.4 mi 3.0
Fairdale Elementary Fairdale 3.0 mi 4.3
Liberty High Louisville 3.8 mi 4.8
MICAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville 3.6 mi 5.2
Laukhuf Elementary Louisville 3.2 mi 5.0
Thomas Jefferson Middle Louisville 3.6 mi 4.6
Auburndale Elementary Louisville 3.2 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,271

Median Home Value

$186,000

Median Rent

$967/mo

Population

39,107

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

51%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

35

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School Rating
Clear Creek Elementary Shelbyville, KY 3.8
Greenwood Elementary Louisville, KY 3.8
Morganfield Elementary School Morganfield, KY 3.8
Sebastian Elementary School Jackson, KY 3.8
Stanton Elementary School Stanton, KY 3.8
Trigg County Intermediate School Cadiz, KY 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Minors Lane Elementary

What grades does Minors Lane Elementary serve?

Minors Lane Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Minors Lane Elementary?

Minors Lane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Minors Lane Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Minors Lane Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Minors Lane Elementary rank in KY?

Minors Lane Elementary ranks #1,184 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Minors Lane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Minors Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Minors Lane Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Minors Lane Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Minors Lane Elementary a charter school?

No, Minors Lane Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Minors Lane Elementary a Title I school?

No, Minors Lane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minors Lane Elementary?

78.8% of students at Minors Lane Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

District

Jefferson County
District Enrollment
94,793
Schools in District
171
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,200
District Rank
#120 of 149

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