Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gutermuth 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gutermuth Elementary School's student population of 421 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gutermuth 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 Gutermuth Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1100 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
24%
10%
Black
38%
11%
White
22%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
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 Gutermuth Elementary School's ranking?
Gutermuth Elementary School is ranked #1100 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Gutermuth Elementary School often compared to?
Gutermuth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kerrick Elementary School, Hazelwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Gutermuth Elementary School?
421 students attend Gutermuth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Gutermuth Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gutermuth Elementary School?
Gutermuth Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gutermuth Elementary School offer ?
Gutermuth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gutermuth Elementary School part of?
Gutermuth Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Gutermuth Elementary School located?
Gutermuth Elementary School is located in the Cloverleaf neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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