Serving 331 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 16:1 is higher than 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 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Louisville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Louisville Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
West Louisville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 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 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
86%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 West Louisville Elementary School's ranking?
West Louisville Elementary School is ranked #491 out of 1,267 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?
55-59% 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?
331 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, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Louisville Elementary School?
West Louisville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than 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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