Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jacob 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 8% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jacob Elementary serves the west part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile, with most students living within a 0.7-mile distance from the school and the furthest edge being 1.3 miles away. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jacob Elementary School's student population of 519 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jacob 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 Jacob Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1236 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
10%
Black
55%
11%
White
19%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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 Jacob Elementary School's ranking?
Jacob Elementary School is ranked #1236 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Jacob Elementary School often compared to?
Jacob Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frayser Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Jacob Elementary School?
519 students attend Jacob Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Jacob Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacob Elementary School?
Jacob Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jacob Elementary School offer ?
Jacob Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jacob Elementary School part of?
Jacob Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacob Elementary School located?
Jacob Elementary School is located in the Jacobs neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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