Serving 781 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stopher Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Stopher Elementary serves the northeast part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 15.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stopher Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Stopher Elementary School's student population of 781 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
781 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stopher Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stopher Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#62 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
55%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stopher Elementary School's ranking?
Stopher Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Stopher Elementary School often compared to?
Stopher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowe Elementary School, Hite Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Stopher Elementary School?
781 students attend Stopher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Stopher Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stopher Elementary School?
Stopher Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stopher Elementary School offer ?
Stopher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stopher Elementary School part of?
Stopher Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Our daughter is a 5th grader at Stopher. We've been very pleased. The school is recently built, so the facility is top notch. The teachers are very good and easy to interact with. The school draws primarily from an affluent area, so most families are educated and involved. Our child is doing well. She has a fair amount of homework which includes reading and a wide range of studies.
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