Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smyrna 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% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smyrna Elementary serves the southern part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smyrna Elementary School's student population of 515 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 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 ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smyrna 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 Smyrna Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1084 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
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
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)35.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Smyrna Elementary School's ranking?
Smyrna Elementary School is ranked #1084 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Smyrna Elementary School often compared to?
Smyrna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilt Elementary School, Hartstern Elementary School, Luhr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Smyrna Elementary School?
515 students attend Smyrna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Smyrna Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smyrna Elementary School?
Smyrna Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Smyrna Elementary School offer ?
Smyrna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smyrna Elementary School part of?
Smyrna Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Smyrna Elementary School located?
Smyrna Elementary School is located in the Highview neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 2 other public schools located in Highview.
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