Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts

930 East Main Street
Louisville, KY 40206

575 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts School (LEPAS) is a unique magnet institution located in the Butchertown neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky. As part of the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district, the school distinguishes itself by integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with a specialized focus on the arts. Students at Lincoln are provided with daily opportunities to engage in disciplines such as dance, drama, music, and visual arts, which are woven into their core studies to foster creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression.

The school is renowned for its inclusive culture and its commitment to developing "well-rounded" students who excel both on the stage and in the classroom. By leveraging partnerships with local arts organizations and utilizing a dedicated faculty of arts specialists, Lincoln creates an environment where students can explore their artistic talents while meeting state academic standards. For families in the Louisville area, Lincoln serves as a premier choice for those seeking an elementary education that prioritizes both artistic mastery and fundamental academic success.

575

Total Students

35.8

Full-Time Teachers

16.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

53.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts
Demographic	Student Count
White	220
Hispanic	50
Black	250
Asian	4
Two or More	48
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

Black
250 (43.5 %)
White
220 (38.3 %)
Hispanic
50 (8.7 %)
Two or More
48 (8.3 %)
Asian
4 (0.7 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.3 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)

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)485-8291
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	575
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	35.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	291
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 96

Grade 1 94

Grade 2 93

Grade 3 95

Grade 4 96

Grade 5 101

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	96
Grade 1	94
Grade 2	93
Grade 3	95
Grade 4	96
Grade 5	101

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	382	66.4%
Male	193	33.6%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)