Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Luhr 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 13% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luhr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Luhr Elementary School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Luhr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luhr Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1039 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
31%
11%
White
35%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luhr Elementary School's ranking?
Luhr Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Luhr Elementary School often compared to?
Luhr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartstern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Luhr Elementary School?
498 students attend Luhr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Luhr Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luhr Elementary School?
Luhr Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Luhr Elementary School offer ?
Luhr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Luhr Elementary School part of?
Luhr Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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