Jacob Elementary vs Semple Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jacob Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
519 students
Semple Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
592 students
| Measure | Jacob Elementary Louisville, Kentucky | Semple Elementary Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #689 of 707 | #681 of 707 |
| National rank | #44532 of 50,301 | #43108 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 519 | 592 |
| Enrollment | 519 | 592 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 76.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | Louisville | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Semple Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.8 vs 20.5).
- •Semple Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Jacob Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 26%).
- •Semple Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.7% vs 82.7%).
- •Semple Elementary is the larger school with 592 students compared with 519.
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 Jacob Elementary better than Semple Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Semple Elementary ranks higher (22.8 vs 20.5 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 Jacob Elementary and Semple Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jacob Elementary: 519. Semple Elementary: 592. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jacob Elementary and Semple Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Jacob Elementary is 689th of 707 and Semple Elementary is 681st of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).