Serving 22 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Binet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Binet School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Louisville, KY, covering approximately 394.7 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 21.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Binet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Binet School's student population of 22 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
22 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Motto
One Focus
School Rankings
Binet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Binet School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#659 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Binet School's ranking?
Binet School is ranked #659 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Binet School often compared to?
Binet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Churchill Park School, Boys & Girls Haven by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Binet School?
The graduation rate of Binet School is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Binet School?
22 students attend Binet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Binet School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Binet School?
Binet School has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Binet School offer ?
Binet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Binet School part of?
Binet School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Binet School located?
Binet School is located in the Bon Air neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Bon Air.
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