Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Layne 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Layne Elementary serves the southwest part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Layne Elementary School's student population of 430 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Layne 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 Layne Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1000 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Hispanic
28%
10%
Black
26%
11%
White
40%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
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 Layne Elementary School's ranking?
Layne Elementary School is ranked #1000 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Layne Elementary School often compared to?
Layne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonestreet Elementary School, Trunnell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Layne Elementary School?
430 students attend Layne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Layne Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Layne Elementary School?
Layne Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Layne Elementary School offer ?
Layne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Layne Elementary School part of?
Layne Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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