Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Minors Lane 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 20-24% (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 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minors Lane Elementary serves the southwest area of Louisville, KY, covering approximately 5.8 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance to the zone's edge of about 2.4 miles and the furthest point being 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minors Lane Elementary School's student population of 370 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Minors Lane 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 Minors Lane Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1100 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
51%
10%
Black
21%
11%
White
21%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 Minors Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Minors Lane Elementary School is ranked #1100 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Minors Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Minors Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Prospect Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Minors Lane Elementary School?
370 students attend Minors Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Minors Lane Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minors Lane Elementary School?
Minors Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Minors Lane Elementary School offer ?
Minors Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Minors Lane Elementary School part of?
Minors Lane Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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