Serving 276 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Engelhard 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Engelhard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Engelhard Elementary School's student population of 276 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Engelhard 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 Engelhard Elementary School is 0.47, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1200 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
71%
11%
White
12%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Engelhard Elementary School's ranking?
Engelhard Elementary School is ranked #1200 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Engelhard Elementary School often compared to?
Engelhard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bloom Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Engelhard Elementary School?
276 students attend Engelhard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Engelhard Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Engelhard Elementary School?
Engelhard Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Engelhard Elementary School offer ?
Engelhard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Engelhard Elementary School part of?
Engelhard Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Engelhard Elementary School located?
Engelhard Elementary School is located in the Old Louisville neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 5 other public schools located in Old Louisville.
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