CARRITHERS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Carrithers Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Jefferson County school district, located in Louisville, KY with about 699 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 36 teachers, Carrithers Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Carrithers Middle School, located at 4320 Billtown Road in Louisville, Kentucky, serves as a public middle school within the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district. The school is situated in the southeastern part of the city and is known for its commitment to providing a structured educational environment that focuses on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students during their middle school years.

The school offers a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school, featuring core subjects alongside various elective opportunities. Carrithers places a strong emphasis on community involvement and extracurricular engagement, encouraging students to participate in sports, arts, and academic clubs to foster a well-rounded school experience. As part of the broader JCPS network, the school utilizes district-wide resources and initiatives to support student growth and maintain a focus on preparing young learners for future success.

For more information, contact Carrithers Middle at (502) 485-8224 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.