Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Greenwood 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 20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenwood Elementary School serves the west part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenwood Elementary School's student population of 457 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Greenwood 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 Greenwood Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1082 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
35%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
40%
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)32.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Greenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Greenwood Elementary School is ranked #1082 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Greenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Greenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Elementary School, Dixie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Elementary School?
457 students attend Greenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Greenwood Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood Elementary School?
Greenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Greenwood Elementary School offer ?
Greenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenwood Elementary School part of?
Greenwood Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenwood Elementary School located?
Greenwood Elementary School is located in the Pleasure Ridge Park neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 5 other public schools located in Pleasure Ridge Park.
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