Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Farmer Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Farmer Elementary serves the southeast part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 26.3 square miles. Most families can expect a commute of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 6.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Farmer Elementary School's student population of 737 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
737 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mind is not an empty vessel to be filled, but a fire to be ignited.
School Rankings
Farmer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmer Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#214 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Farmer Elementary School's ranking?
Farmer Elementary School is ranked #214 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Farmer Elementary School often compared to?
Farmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheeler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Farmer Elementary School?
737 students attend Farmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Farmer Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farmer Elementary School?
Farmer Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Farmer Elementary School offer ?
Farmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Farmer Elementary School part of?
Farmer Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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