Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Watterson 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 12% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Watterson Elementary School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Watterson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watterson Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1204 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
18%
10%
Black
38%
11%
White
34%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watterson Elementary School's ranking?
Watterson Elementary School is ranked #1204 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Watterson Elementary School often compared to?
Watterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Klondike Lane Elementary School, Goldsmith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Watterson Elementary School?
484 students attend Watterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Watterson Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watterson Elementary School?
Watterson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Watterson Elementary School offer ?
Watterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Watterson Elementary School part of?
Watterson Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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