Jefferson County


Summary:

The Jefferson County school district in Kentucky encompasses 158 schools, including 93 elementary schools, 23 middle schools, 34 high schools, and 8 alternative schools. The district as a whole ranks 141st out of 159 districts in the state and is rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Several standout schools emerge from the data, including Greathouse/Shryock Traditional, which ranks 2nd out of 685 Kentucky elementary schools and has exceptional performance, with 76-88% of students proficient in core subjects. Other high-performing schools include Stopher Elementary, Ballard High, and duPont Manual High. In contrast, the district's alternative schools, such as Minor Daniels Academy, struggle with very low graduation rates and academic performance.

Overall, the data reveals significant disparities in academic achievement and resource allocation within the Jefferson County school district. While some schools excel, many others lag behind, suggesting systemic inequities that need to be addressed through targeted interventions and support. The relationship between poverty and performance is a key factor, with the highest-poverty schools tending to have the lowest proficiency rates.

District Detail

 3332 Newburg Rd
Louisville, KY 40218

 (502) 485-3011

SchoolDigger Rank:
141st of 159 Kentucky districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 94,749

Primary Schools: 99
Middle Schools: 24
High Schools: 34
Alternative Schools: 12
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kentucky Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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