SANDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sanders Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson County school district, located in Louisville, KY with about 456 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 26 teachers, Sanders Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Sanders Elementary School is a public school located in the Valley Station area of Louisville, Kentucky, serving students as part of the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By emphasizing foundational literacy and mathematics, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for middle school and long-term academic success.

Beyond its core curriculum, Sanders Elementary places a strong emphasis on building a collaborative community that includes students, staff, and local families. The school actively works to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities and enrichment programs. With its location on Terry Road, the school serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, focusing on providing personalized educational support to help every student reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Sanders Elementary at (502) 485-8322 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.