Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Engelhard 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Engelhard Elementary serves the northwest part of Louisville, KY, with an attendance zone that spans approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, typically about 0.6 miles from the school, while the furthest edge of the zone is around 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Engelhard Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Engelhard 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 Engelhard Elementary School is 0.45, which is less 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
#1217 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
73%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
11%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Engelhard Elementary School's ranking?
Engelhard Elementary School is ranked #1217 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Engelhard Elementary School often compared to?
Engelhard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bloom Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Engelhard Elementary School?
265 students attend Engelhard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Engelhard Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Engelhard Elementary School?
Engelhard Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Engelhard Elementary School offer ?
Engelhard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Engelhard Elementary School part of?
Engelhard Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Engelhard Elementary School located?
Engelhard Elementary School is located in the Old Louisville neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 5 other public schools located in Old Louisville.
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