Jeffersontown Elementary

School Overview
Jeffersontown Elementary School, located in the heart of Jeffersontown, Kentucky, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district. The school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a supportive environment that prioritizes both academic rigor and the social-emotional development of its students. With a curriculum aligned to state standards, the school strives to provide a well-rounded education that prepares young learners for middle school and beyond, often focusing on literacy, numeracy, and fostering a collaborative classroom culture.

Beyond its academic mission, Jeffersontown Elementary is known for its commitment to inclusive practices and community engagement. The school typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities and support services designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. By maintaining strong partnerships with families and local stakeholders, the school aims to cultivate a sense of belonging and school pride, ensuring that students are not only achieving their educational milestones but are also developing the character and confidence necessary to succeed in their future endeavors.
683
Total Students
42.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jeffersontown Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White272
Hispanic132
Black175
Asian49
Two or More51
American Indian4
  • White
    272 (39.8 %)
  • Black
    175 (25.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    132 (19.3 %)
  • Two or More
    51 (7.5 %)
  • Asian
    49 (7.2 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Jefferson County
Phone: (502)485-8274
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 683
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 398
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 32
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 110
Grade 1 115
Grade 2 123
Grade 3 128
Grade 4 123
Grade 5 84

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Jeffersontown Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten110
Grade 1115
Grade 2123
Grade 3128
Grade 4123
Grade 584
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Jeffersontown Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female31946.7%
Male36453.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)