KENTUCKY SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND

Kentucky School for the Blind is a public school that is part of the Kentucky School for the Blind District school district, located in Louisville, KY with about 63 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade.

The Kentucky School for the Blind (KSB), located in the Clifton neighborhood of Louisville, is a specialized educational institution dedicated to serving students who are blind or visually impaired from across the Commonwealth. Since its founding in 1842, the school has functioned as both a residential and day program, providing a comprehensive curriculum that mirrors state academic standards while integrating essential specialized instruction. Their mission centers on empowering students to achieve independence and academic success by fostering an inclusive environment tailored to individual learning needs.

Beyond traditional academics, the school is well-regarded for its emphasis on the "Expanded Core Curriculum," which teaches vital skills such as braille literacy, orientation and mobility, assistive technology, and independent living skills. KSB also serves as a critical statewide resource, offering outreach services, professional development for educators, and support for families to ensure that visually impaired students receive high-quality education regardless of their local district. By combining rigorous scholastic preparation with specialized vocational and social training, the school plays a pivotal role in preparing its students for higher education, the workforce, and lifelong self-sufficiency.

For more information, contact Kentucky School for the Blind at (502) 897-1583 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1867 Frankfort Ave
Louisville, KY 40206
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KENTUCKY SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND is a public school in Louisville, KY with about 63 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Kentucky

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
(Special Education School)
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
63
Teachers:
0
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 63 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending KENTUCKY SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.

White
74.6%
Black or African American
11.1%
Hispanic/Latino
7.9%
Asian
6.3%

Female
31.7%
Male
68.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.