Goldsmith Elementary vs Kenton Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 125 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goldsmith Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
651 students
Kenton Elementary School
Independence · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
650 students
| Measure | Goldsmith Elementary Louisville, Kentucky | Kenton Elementary School Independence, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #611 of 707 | #74 of 707 |
| National rank | #35384 of 50,301 | #11162 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 651 | 650 |
| Enrollment | 651 | 650 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.6% | 38.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 64% |
| city | Louisville | Independence |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kenton Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.2 vs 34.8).
- •Kenton Elementary School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 31%).
- •Kenton Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 41%).
- •Kenton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 71.6%).
- •Goldsmith Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.9).
- •Goldsmith Elementary is the larger school with 651 students compared with 650.
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 Goldsmith Elementary better than Kenton Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Kenton Elementary School ranks higher (70.2 vs 34.8 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 Goldsmith Elementary and Kenton Elementary School?
About 125 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Independence in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Goldsmith Elementary: 651. Kenton Elementary School: 650. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Goldsmith Elementary and Kenton Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Goldsmith Elementary is 611th of 707 and Kenton Elementary School is 74th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).