Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carter Traditional Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than 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).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carter Traditional Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carter Traditional Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter Traditional Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#923 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
70%
11%
White
18%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter Traditional Elementary School's ranking?
Carter Traditional Elementary School is ranked #923 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Carter Traditional Elementary School?
519 students attend Carter Traditional Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Carter Traditional Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carter Traditional Elementary School?
Carter Traditional Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carter Traditional Elementary School offer ?
Carter Traditional Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carter Traditional Elementary School part of?
Carter Traditional Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Carter Traditional Elementary School located?
Carter Traditional Elementary School is located in the Park Duvalle neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 2 other public schools located in Park Duvalle.
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