Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-5, St. Matthews Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Matthews Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
St. Matthews Elementary School's student population of 589 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
St. Matthews 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 St. Matthews Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#611 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
23%
11%
White
53%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 St. Matthews Elementary School's ranking?
St. Matthews Elementary School is ranked #611 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are St. Matthews Elementary School often compared to?
St. Matthews Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chenoweth Elementary School, Greathouse/shryock Traditional by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend St. Matthews Elementary School?
589 students attend St. Matthews Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of St. Matthews Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Matthews Elementary School?
St. Matthews Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does St. Matthews Elementary School offer ?
St. Matthews Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Matthews Elementary School part of?
St. Matthews Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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