Serving 390 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacob Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Jacob Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jacob Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacob Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1158 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
60%
11%
White
20%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 #1158 out of 1,230 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Jacob Elementary School?
390 students attend Jacob Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jacob Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacob Elementary School?
Jacob Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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