Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cochran 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cochran Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cochran Elementary School's student population of 375 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Cochran 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 Cochran Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1156 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1

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

Hispanic
8%
10%

Black
56%
11%

White
27%
72%

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

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Cochran Elementary School's ranking?
Cochran Elementary School is ranked #1156 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Cochran Elementary School often compared to?
Cochran Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camp Taylor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cochran Elementary School?
375 students attend Cochran Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Cochran Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cochran Elementary School?
Cochran Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cochran Elementary School offer ?
Cochran Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cochran Elementary School part of?
Cochran Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cochran Elementary School located?
Cochran Elementary School is located in the University neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 2 other public schools located in University.
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