Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Price 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% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Price Elementary serves a central area in Louisville, KY, covering approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families live within a 1 to 2.3-mile radius of the school, typically taking about 5 to 10 minutes to drive there.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Price Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a caring community committed to the growth and achievement of all students.
School Rankings
Price 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 Price 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
#1059 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)33.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Price Elementary School's ranking?
Price Elementary School is ranked #1059 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Price Elementary School often compared to?
Price Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rangeland Elementary School, Hawthorne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Price Elementary School?
470 students attend Price Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Price Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Price Elementary School?
Price Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Price Elementary School offer ?
Price Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Price Elementary School part of?
Price Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Price Elementary School located?
Price Elementary School is located in the Newburg neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 8 other public schools located in Newburg.
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