Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Slaughter 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 90% 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: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Slaughter Elementary serves the southwest part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Slaughter Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Slaughter 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 Slaughter Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1055 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
57%
10%
Black
28%
11%
White
10%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slaughter Elementary School's ranking?
Slaughter Elementary School is ranked #1055 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Slaughter Elementary School often compared to?
Slaughter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camp Taylor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Slaughter Elementary School?
466 students attend Slaughter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Slaughter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slaughter Elementary School?
Slaughter Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Slaughter Elementary School offer ?
Slaughter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Slaughter Elementary School part of?
Slaughter Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Slaughter Elementary School located?
Slaughter Elementary School is located in the Newburg neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 8 other public schools located in Newburg.
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