Fern Creek Elementary vs Garrett Morgan Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 106 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fern Creek Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
744 students
Garrett Morgan Elementary
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
746 students
| Measure | Fern Creek Elementary Louisville, Kentucky | Garrett Morgan Elementary Lexington, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #514 of 707 | #59 of 707 |
| National rank | #30145 of 50,301 | #10190 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 744 | 746 |
| Enrollment | 744 | 746 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.7% | 32.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 64% |
| city | Louisville | Lexington |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garrett Morgan Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.6 vs 42.7).
- •Garrett Morgan Elementary does better on math proficiency (64% vs 41%).
- •Garrett Morgan Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 48%).
- •Garrett Morgan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.4% vs 63.7%).
- •Garrett Morgan Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.2).
- •Garrett Morgan Elementary is the larger school with 746 students compared with 744.
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 Fern Creek Elementary better than Garrett Morgan Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Garrett Morgan Elementary ranks higher (71.6 vs 42.7 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 Fern Creek Elementary and Garrett Morgan Elementary?
About 106 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Lexington in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fern Creek Elementary: 744. Garrett Morgan Elementary: 746. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fern Creek Elementary and Garrett Morgan Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Fern Creek Elementary is 514th of 707 and Garrett Morgan Elementary is 59th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).