Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Louisville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Louisville Elementary School serves the west part of Owensboro, KY, covering an area of approximately 116.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with most living within 6.4 miles of its edge and the furthest residents being about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Louisville Elementary School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West Louisville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Louisville Elementary School is 0.25, which is less 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
#597 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
1%
11%
White
86%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Louisville Elementary School's ranking?
West Louisville Elementary School is ranked #597 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend West Louisville Elementary School?
319 students attend West Louisville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Louisville Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Louisville Elementary School?
West Louisville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Louisville Elementary School offer ?
West Louisville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Louisville Elementary School part of?
West Louisville Elementary School is part of Daviess County School District.
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