Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Coleridge-taylor Montessori 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Monarch colors unspecified
School Calendar
School Motto
THE Montessori choice for Jefferson County Public Schools!
School Rankings
Coleridge-taylor Montessori 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 Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School is 0.43, which is less 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
#1217 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
74%
11%
White
14%
71%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School's ranking?
Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School is ranked #1217 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School?
315 students attend Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School?
Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School offer ?
Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School part of?
Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School located?
Coleridge-taylor Montessori Elementary School is located in the Russell neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Russell.
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