Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School's student population of 399 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1025 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
10%
Black
60%
11%
White
19%
71%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School is ranked #1025 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Breckinridge-franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandeis Elementary School, Audubon Traditional Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School?
399 students attend Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School?
Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School offer ?
Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School part of?
Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School located?
Breckinridge-franklin Elementary School is located in the Irish Hill neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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