AHRENS EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER

Ahrens Educational Resource Center is a public high school that is part of the Jefferson County school district, located in Louisville, KY with about 39 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 5 teachers, Ahrens Educational Resource Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

The Ahrens Educational Resource Center, located in downtown Louisville at 546 South First Street, serves as a vital administrative and professional hub for the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district. Housed in a historic building that was formerly the Ahrens Trade High School, the facility functions less like a traditional K-12 classroom setting and more as a central headquarters for district operations, teacher professional development, and specialized educational support services.

The center plays a key role in the district’s infrastructure, providing space for administrative offices, board meetings, and collaborative workshops designed to enhance teaching strategies and school leadership. Because of its historical significance and its current role as a centralized resource for educators and district staff, the Ahrens Educational Resource Center acts as a cornerstone for district-wide initiatives, helping to coordinate the logistical and academic programs that support thousands of students across the Louisville metropolitan area.

For more information, contact Ahrens Educational Resource Center at (502) 485-8201 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.