Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcferran Preparatory Academy 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 2% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcferran Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcferran Preparatory Academy's student population of 664 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcferran Preparatory Academy 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 Mcferran Preparatory Academy is 0.43, which is less 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
#1260 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
74%
11%
White
6%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Mcferran Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Mcferran Preparatory Academy is ranked #1260 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Mcferran Preparatory Academy?
664 students attend Mcferran Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Mcferran Preparatory Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcferran Preparatory Academy?
Mcferran Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcferran Preparatory Academy offer ?
Mcferran Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcferran Preparatory Academy part of?
Mcferran Preparatory Academy is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcferran Preparatory Academy located?
Mcferran Preparatory Academy is located in the Algonquin neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in Algonquin.
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