Serving 759 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Farmer 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 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmer 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
Diversity
School Overview
Farmer Elementary School's student population of 759 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
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Farmer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmer Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#201 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
20%
11%
White
49%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Farmer Elementary School's ranking?
Farmer Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Farmer Elementary School often compared to?
Farmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheeler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Farmer Elementary School?
759 students attend Farmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Farmer Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farmer Elementary School?
Farmer Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Farmer Elementary School offer ?
Farmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Farmer Elementary School part of?
Farmer Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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