MEDORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Medora Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson County school district, located in Louisville, KY with about 461 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Medora Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Medora Elementary School, located on Deering Road in the southwest area of Louisville, Kentucky, is a public school serving students in the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district. The school is known for its commitment to providing a foundational academic experience, focusing on core curriculum areas while fostering a supportive environment for its elementary-aged population. Like many schools in the JCPS system, Medora emphasizes early childhood development, aiming to prepare students for the transition to middle school through structured classroom learning and various extracurricular opportunities.

As part of the local community in the 40272 zip code, Medora Elementary often serves as a central hub for neighborhood families. The school typically focuses on building strong home-school partnerships, encouraging parental involvement to support student success. With a dedication to both academic rigor and social-emotional growth, the school strives to provide a safe and inclusive learning atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop the essential skills and habits necessary for lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Medora Elementary at (502) 485-8298 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.