Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crums Lane 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 23% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crums Lane Elementary serves the west part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crums Lane Elementary School's student population of 457 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
RESPECTFUL. RESPONSIBLE. READY TO LEARN.
School Rankings
Crums Lane Elementary 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 Crums Lane Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#947 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
10%
Black
62%
11%
White
9%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crums Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Crums Lane Elementary School is ranked #947 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Crums Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Crums Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenwood Elementary School, Trunnell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Crums Lane Elementary School?
457 students attend Crums Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Crums Lane Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crums Lane Elementary School?
Crums Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crums Lane Elementary School offer ?
Crums Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crums Lane Elementary School part of?
Crums Lane Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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