Calhoun Elementary School vs Shelby Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 153 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calhoun Elementary School
Calhoun · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
290 students
Shelby Academy
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
290 students
| Measure | Calhoun Elementary School Calhoun, Kentucky | Shelby Academy Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #230 of 707 | #670 of 707 |
| National rank | #18163 of 50,301 | #41481 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 290 | 290 |
| Enrollment | 290 | 290 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.5% | 83.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 20% |
| city | Calhoun | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Calhoun Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.0 vs 25.4).
- •Calhoun Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 20%).
- •Calhoun Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 24%).
- •Calhoun Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.5% vs 83.8%).
- •Shelby Academy does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 17.1).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Calhoun Elementary School better than Shelby Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Calhoun Elementary School ranks higher (60.0 vs 25.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Calhoun Elementary School and Shelby Academy?
About 153 km in a straight line, between Calhoun and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calhoun Elementary School: 290. Shelby Academy: 290. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calhoun Elementary School and Shelby Academy rank in Kentucky?
Calhoun Elementary School is 230th of 707 and Shelby Academy is 670th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).