Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Luhr Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Luhr Elementary serves the southeast part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luhr Elementary School's student population of 544 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Every Student Counts, Every Moment Matters.
School Rankings
Luhr 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 Luhr Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#631 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luhr Elementary School's ranking?
Luhr Elementary School is ranked #631 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Luhr Elementary School often compared to?
Luhr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartstern Elementary School, Smyrna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Luhr Elementary School?
544 students attend Luhr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Luhr Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luhr Elementary School?
Luhr Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Luhr Elementary School offer ?
Luhr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Luhr Elementary School part of?
Luhr Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Luhr Elementary School located?
Luhr Elementary School is located in the Highview neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 2 other public schools located in Highview.
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