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Slaughter Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

3805 Fern Valley Road, Louisville, KY 40219

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#935 of 1,284

In Louisville

#64 of 147

public schools

In district

#65 of 149

Jefferson County

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Slaughter Elementary

5.2/10

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

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About Slaughter Elementary

Slaughter Elementary is a public elementary school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Slaughter Elementary serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Slaughter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #935 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Slaughter Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.3% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.3% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency20% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism27.6%

Slaughter Elementary — Students at Slaughter Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.6% (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
44%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
25%
2025
Math
20.3%
ELA
19.3%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Slaughter Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in KY
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.6%

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

3805 Fern Valley Road, Louisville, KY 40219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Slaughter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ATHANASIUS (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Camp Taylor Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Indian Trail Elementary Louisville 0.9 mi 3.0
Mary Ryan Academy Louisville 1.0 mi
W.E.B. DuBois Academy Louisville 1.0 mi 6.2
Thomas Jefferson Middle Louisville 1.0 mi 4.6
Okolona Elementary Louisville 1.3 mi 5.1
George Unseld Early Childhood Center Louisville 1.2 mi 5.3
Rangeland Elementary Louisville 1.3 mi 3.3
Liberty High Louisville 1.6 mi 4.8
Hartstern Elementary Louisville 1.8 mi 3.9
Price Elementary Louisville 1.9 mi 4.5
Newburg Middle Louisville 2.0 mi 5.2
Southern High Louisville 2.3 mi 4.1
ST RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Louisville 2.3 mi 7.6
Blake Elementary Louisville 2.5 mi 2.2
Louisville Male High Louisville 2.4 mi 5.5
Minors Lane Elementary Louisville 2.6 mi 3.8
Minor Daniels Academy Louisville 2.9 mi 6.0
ST ATHANASIUS Louisville 2.6 mi 6.6
LOUISVILLE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Louisville 3.1 mi 6.9
Camp Taylor Elementary Louisville 3.0 mi 6.2

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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Middlesboro Elementary School Middlesboro, KY 5.2
Newport Primary School Newport, KY 5.2
North Warren Elementary Smiths Grove, KY 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Slaughter Elementary

What grades does Slaughter Elementary serve?

Slaughter Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Slaughter Elementary?

Slaughter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Slaughter Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Slaughter Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Slaughter Elementary rank in KY?

Slaughter Elementary ranks #935 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Slaughter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Slaughter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Slaughter Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Slaughter Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Slaughter Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Slaughter Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

76.3% of students at Slaughter 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
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.6%

District

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

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