WILDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wilder Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson County school district, located in Louisville, KY with about 557 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 30 teachers, Wilder Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Wilder Elementary, located in the Saint Matthews area of Louisville, Kentucky, is a well-regarded public school serving students in grades Kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) district, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment. Known for its dedicated faculty and active parent-teacher association, Wilder strives to balance traditional core curriculum instruction with character development, aiming to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond academics, Wilder Elementary is often recognized for its sense of community and the variety of extracurricular opportunities provided to its students. The school environment is designed to encourage both intellectual curiosity and social-emotional growth, often utilizing the surrounding neighborhood resources to enhance the educational experience. With a commitment to meeting the diverse needs of its student body, Wilder remains a central pillar of the Herr Lane community, consistently focusing on building a foundation of lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Wilder Elementary at (502) 485-8350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.