Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Zachary Taylor 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zachary Taylor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Zachary Taylor Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Zachary Taylor 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 Zachary Taylor Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1168 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
18%
10%
Black
41%
11%
White
24%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zachary Taylor Elementary School's ranking?
Zachary Taylor Elementary School is ranked #1168 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Zachary Taylor Elementary School often compared to?
Zachary Taylor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Zachary Taylor Elementary School?
289 students attend Zachary Taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Zachary Taylor Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zachary Taylor Elementary School?
Zachary Taylor Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Zachary Taylor Elementary School offer ?
Zachary Taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Zachary Taylor Elementary School part of?
Zachary Taylor Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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