OKOLONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Okolona Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson County school district, located in Louisville, KY with about 327 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 22 teachers, Okolona Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Okolona Elementary School is a public school located on Preston Highway in Louisville, Kentucky, serving the surrounding suburban community as part of the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district. The school provides a foundational educational environment for students in the primary grades, focusing on core academic subjects while integrating social-emotional learning to support the holistic development of its student body.

The campus reflects the diverse demographic makeup of the Okolona area, and the school is committed to fostering a supportive community atmosphere. By utilizing the resources of the JCPS system, Okolona Elementary emphasizes student engagement through various classroom initiatives and extracurricular opportunities, aiming to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school.

For more information, contact Okolona Elementary at (502) 485-8309 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.