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#1068 of 1,284 schools in KY

Price Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

5001 Garden Green Way, Louisville, KY 40218

Enrollment

428

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#1,068 of 1,284

In Louisville

#88 of 147

public schools

In district

#89 of 149

Jefferson County

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Price Elementary

4.5/10

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

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5.2/10

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About Price Elementary

Price Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Price Elementary serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Price Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,068 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Price Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Price 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 Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.5% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism37.1%

Price Elementary — Students at Price Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 34 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
42%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
23.5%
ELA
19.7%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Price Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
17th percentile in KY
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.1%

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

5001 Garden Green Way, Louisville, KY 40218

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Price Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Goldsmith Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Newburg Middle Louisville 0.2 mi 5.2
Rangeland Elementary Louisville 0.8 mi 3.3
George Unseld Early Childhood Center Louisville 0.8 mi 5.3
Thomas Jefferson Middle Louisville 0.9 mi 4.6
Minor Daniels Academy Louisville 1.5 mi 6.0
Indian Trail Elementary Louisville 1.4 mi 3.0
MERCY ACADEMY Louisville 1.6 mi 5.4
Slaughter Elementary Louisville 1.9 mi 5.2
Binet School Louisville 2.2 mi
Seneca High Louisville 2.2 mi 3.9
Brooklawn Louisville 2.2 mi
Goldsmith Elementary Louisville 2.3 mi 5.8
Boys & Girls Haven Louisville 2.4 mi
Mary Ryan Academy Louisville 1.9 mi
W.E.B. DuBois Academy Louisville 1.9 mi 6.2
JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Louisville 2.3 mi 8.2
Newcomer Academy Louisville 2.2 mi 5.6
Hartstern Elementary Louisville 2.4 mi 3.9
NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville 2.2 mi 8.9
LOUISVILLE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Louisville 2.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,191

Median Home Value

$195,600

Median Rent

$1,059/mo

Population

33,292

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

51.2%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

33.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Price Elementary

What grades does Price Elementary serve?

Price Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Price Elementary?

Price Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Price Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Price Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Price Elementary rank in KY?

Price Elementary ranks #1,068 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Price Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Price Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Price Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Price Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Price Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Price Elementary a Title I school?

No, Price Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

70.6% of students at Price 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
11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.1%

District

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

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