Serving 465 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Field 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Field Elementary serves the northern part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Field Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Field Elementary School's student population of 465 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Field 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 Field Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#216 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
16%
11%
White
61%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Field Elementary School's ranking?
Field Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Field Elementary School often compared to?
Field Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chenoweth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Field Elementary School?
465 students attend Field Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Field Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Field Elementary School?
Field Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Field Elementary School offer ?
Field Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Field Elementary School part of?
Field Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Field Elementary School located?
Field Elementary School is located in the Crescent Hill neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Crescent Hill.
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