Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brandeis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandeis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brandeis Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Brandeis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandeis Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#149 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
2%

Hispanic
6%
10%

Black
55%
11%

White
18%
72%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandeis Elementary School's ranking?
Brandeis Elementary School is ranked #149 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Brandeis Elementary School?
460 students attend Brandeis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Brandeis Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandeis Elementary School?
Brandeis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brandeis Elementary School offer ?
Brandeis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandeis Elementary School part of?
Brandeis Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Brandeis Elementary School located?
Brandeis Elementary School is located in the Parkland neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in Parkland.
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