Serving 791 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tully Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Tully Elementary serves the eastern part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 38.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 8.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tully Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tully Elementary School's student population of 791 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
791 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Tully Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tully Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#163 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
21%
11%
White
55%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Tully Elementary School's ranking?
Tully Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Tully Elementary School often compared to?
Tully Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cochrane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Tully Elementary School?
791 students attend Tully Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Tully Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tully Elementary School?
Tully Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tully Elementary School offer ?
Tully Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tully Elementary School part of?
Tully Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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