Waller-Williams Environmental
81 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Waller-Williams Environmental School, located on Rockford Lane in Louisville, Kentucky, serves as a specialized magnet school within the Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) district. The school is distinct for its focus on environmental science, integrating hands-on ecological studies into its core curriculum. Its mission is to foster a deep appreciation for the natural world while providing students with a rigorous academic foundation that emphasizes critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and environmental stewardship.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Waller-Williams utilizes its campus and the surrounding community to provide experiential learning opportunities. The school’s programs are designed to encourage students to become active participants in their environment, often involving projects related to sustainability, wildlife conservation, and outdoor exploration. By blending standard educational requirements with an environmental lens, the school aims to cultivate a student body that is not only academically prepared for future success but also environmentally conscious and aware of their impact on the planet.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Waller-Williams utilizes its campus and the surrounding community to provide experiential learning opportunities. The school’s programs are designed to encourage students to become active participants in their environment, often involving projects related to sustainability, wildlife conservation, and outdoor exploration. By blending standard educational requirements with an environmental lens, the school aims to cultivate a student body that is not only academically prepared for future success but also environmentally conscious and aware of their impact on the planet.
81
Total Students
19.6
Full-Time Teachers
4.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
66.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic | 2 |
| Black | 54 |
| Two or More | 5 |
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Black54 (66.7 %)
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White20 (24.7 %)
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Two or More5 (6.2 %)
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Hispanic2 (2.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Jefferson County |
| Phone: | (502)485-8314 |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 81 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 19.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 4.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 53 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Grade 1
1
Grade 2
1
Grade 3
5
Grade 4
3
Grade 5
3
Grade 6
8
Grade 7
9
Grade 8
19
Grade 9
12
Grade 10
8
Grade 11
4
Grade 12
8
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | 1 |
| Grade 2 | 1 |
| Grade 3 | 5 |
| Grade 4 | 3 |
| Grade 5 | 3 |
| Grade 6 | 8 |
| Grade 7 | 9 |
| Grade 8 | 19 |
| Grade 9 | 12 |
| Grade 10 | 8 |
| Grade 11 | 4 |
| Grade 12 | 8 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 16 | 19.8% |
| Male | 65 | 80.2% |
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