Fairdale Elementary vs Kenwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairdale Elementary
Fairdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
653 students
Kenwood Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
596 students
| Measure | Fairdale Elementary Fairdale, Kentucky | Kenwood Elementary Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #566 of 707 | #503 of 707 |
| National rank | #32394 of 50,301 | #29529 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 653 | 596 |
| Enrollment | 653 | 596 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.8% | 71.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 48% |
| city | Fairdale | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kenwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 39.3).
- •Kenwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (48% vs 38%).
- •Kenwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Fairdale Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.8% vs 71.1%).
- •Fairdale Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.6).
- •Fairdale Elementary is the larger school with 653 students compared with 596.
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 Fairdale Elementary better than Kenwood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kenwood Elementary ranks higher (43.6 vs 39.3 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 Fairdale Elementary and Kenwood Elementary?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Fairdale and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairdale Elementary: 653. Kenwood Elementary: 596. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairdale Elementary and Kenwood Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Fairdale Elementary is 566th of 707 and Kenwood Elementary is 503rd of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).