Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Johnsontown Road 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 54% 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: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnsontown Road Elementary serves the southwest part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnsontown Road Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Johnsontown Road 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 Johnsontown Road 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
#952 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
10%
Black
23%
11%
White
46%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Johnsontown Road Elementary School's ranking?
Johnsontown Road Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Johnsontown Road Elementary School?
406 students attend Johnsontown Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Johnsontown Road Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnsontown Road Elementary School?
Johnsontown Road Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Johnsontown Road Elementary School offer ?
Johnsontown Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnsontown Road Elementary School part of?
Johnsontown Road Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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