Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sanders 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sanders Elementary serves the west part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sanders Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Sanders 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 Sanders 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
#1166 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
31%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
41%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanders Elementary School's ranking?
Sanders Elementary School is ranked #1166 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Sanders Elementary School often compared to?
Sanders Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Ridge Elementary School, Eisenhower 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Sanders Elementary School?
394 students attend Sanders Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sanders Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanders Elementary School?
Sanders Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sanders Elementary School offer ?
Sanders Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sanders Elementary School part of?
Sanders Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Sanders has had seven teachers quit in the last two years and several of them have quit during the school years.
5 10/10/2025
Sanders is such a wonderful school. I wish that my child could stay at Sanders until they leave for college. We will definitely miss Sanders and their ability to build amazing relationships with their students and parents. Mrs. Cooper is the best!
5 10/10/2025
I love the school and the staff is amazing. I have been going For 4 years and all of those years have been absolutely joy-filled. 100% recommend if your looking for a school to send your child to.
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