Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilder Elementary School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 53% 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: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wilder Elementary School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilder Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilder Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#618 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
31%
11%
White
47%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Wilder Elementary School's ranking?
Wilder Elementary School is ranked #618 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Wilder Elementary School often compared to?
Wilder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Wilder Elementary School?
522 students attend Wilder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Wilder Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilder Elementary School?
Wilder Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wilder Elementary School offer ?
Wilder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilder Elementary School part of?
Wilder Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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