Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, St Matthews 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 26% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
St Matthews Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St Matthews Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St Matthews Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#547 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
21%
11%
White
63%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St Matthews Elementary School's ranking?
St Matthews Elementary School is ranked #547 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are St Matthews Elementary School often compared to?
St Matthews Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chenoweth Elementary School, Greathouse/shryock Traditional by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend St Matthews Elementary School?
537 students attend St Matthews Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of St Matthews Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St Matthews Elementary School?
St Matthews Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does St Matthews Elementary School offer ?
St Matthews Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is St Matthews Elementary School part of?
St Matthews Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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