Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Frayser 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to 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: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frayser Elementary serves the west part of Louisville, KY, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frayser Elementary School's student population of 419 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Frayser 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 Frayser Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1168 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
10%
Black
54%
11%
White
9%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frayser Elementary School's ranking?
Frayser Elementary School is ranked #1168 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Frayser Elementary School often compared to?
Frayser Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacob Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Frayser Elementary School?
419 students attend Frayser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Frayser Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frayser Elementary School?
Frayser Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Frayser Elementary School offer ?
Frayser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frayser Elementary School part of?
Frayser Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Frayser Elementary School located?
Frayser Elementary School is located in the Taylor Berry neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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