Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Johnsontown Road 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 30-34% (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 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnsontown Road Elementary School's student population of 388 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Johnsontown Road 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 Johnsontown Road Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#952 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
29%
11%
White
44%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnsontown Road Elementary School's ranking?
Johnsontown Road Elementary School is ranked #952 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?
30-34% 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 Johnsontown Road Elementary School?
388 students attend Johnsontown Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Johnsontown Road Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnsontown Road Elementary School?
Johnsontown Road Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Johnsontown Road Elementary School offer ?
Johnsontown Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnsontown Road Elementary School part of?
Johnsontown Road Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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