Fairdale Elementary vs Minors Lane Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 4.8 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
Minors Lane Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
370 students
| Measure | Fairdale Elementary Fairdale, Kentucky | Minors Lane Elementary Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #566 of 707 | #680 of 707 |
| National rank | #32394 of 50,301 | #43092 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 653 | 370 |
| Enrollment | 653 | 370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.8% | 79.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 14% |
| city | Fairdale | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairdale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.3 vs 22.8).
- •Fairdale Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 14%).
- •Fairdale Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 17%).
- •Fairdale Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.8% vs 79.7%).
- •Minors Lane Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 15.5).
- •Fairdale Elementary is the larger school with 653 students compared with 370.
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 Minors Lane Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fairdale Elementary ranks higher (39.3 vs 22.8 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 Minors Lane Elementary?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Fairdale and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairdale Elementary: 653. Minors Lane Elementary: 370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairdale Elementary and Minors Lane Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Fairdale Elementary is 566th of 707 and Minors Lane Elementary is 680th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).