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Rangeland Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

1701 Rangeland Road, Louisville, KY 40219

Enrollment

504

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#1,239 of 1,284

In Louisville

#131 of 147

public schools

In district

#133 of 149

Jefferson County

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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3.3/10

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

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About Rangeland Elementary

Rangeland Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Rangeland Elementary serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rangeland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,239 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Rangeland Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Rangeland 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 Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-26.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism33.7%

Rangeland Elementary — Students at Rangeland Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 33 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
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
20%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
11%
ELA
12.7%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Rangeland Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.3/10
4th percentile in KY
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

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

1701 Rangeland Road, Louisville, KY 40219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rangeland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Luhr Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ATHANASIUS (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Thomas Jefferson Middle Louisville 0.6 mi 4.6
Price Elementary Louisville 0.8 mi 4.5
George Unseld Early Childhood Center Louisville 0.7 mi 5.3
Newburg Middle Louisville 1.0 mi 5.2
Indian Trail Elementary Louisville 1.2 mi 3.0
Slaughter Elementary Louisville 1.3 mi 5.2
Hartstern Elementary Louisville 1.7 mi 3.9
MERCY ACADEMY Louisville 1.6 mi 5.4
Mary Ryan Academy Louisville 1.7 mi
W.E.B. DuBois Academy Louisville 1.7 mi 6.2
ST ATHANASIUS Louisville 2.1 mi 6.6
Minor Daniels Academy Louisville 2.2 mi 6.0
Okolona Elementary Louisville 2.1 mi 5.1
Smyrna Elementary School Louisville 2.4 mi 3.5
Liberty High Louisville 2.2 mi 4.8
ST RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Louisville 2.7 mi 7.6
Marion C. Moore School Louisville 2.5 mi 4.2
Southern High Louisville 2.8 mi 4.1
Brooklawn Louisville 3.0 mi
Luhr Elementary Louisville 2.5 mi 6.9

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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Kerrick Elementary Louisville, KY 3.3
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Cane Run Elementary Louisville, KY 3.2
Jeffersontown Elementary Louisville, KY 3.2
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School Hopkinsville, KY 3.2
Warren Elementary Bowling Green, KY 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rangeland Elementary

What grades does Rangeland Elementary serve?

Rangeland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Rangeland Elementary?

Rangeland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rangeland Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rangeland Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rangeland Elementary rank in KY?

Rangeland Elementary ranks #1,239 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Rangeland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rangeland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Rangeland Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rangeland Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rangeland Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Rangeland Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

74.0% of students at Rangeland 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
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

District

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

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