What grades does Atherton High serve?

As a High school, Atherton High serves students in Louisville, KY. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Atherton High located?

You can find Atherton High in Louisville, KY.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Atherton High?

At Atherton High, there are approximately 18.7 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Louisville, KY?

Atherton High is among the schools serving Louisville, KY. The school is part of the local school system.

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Atherton High — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Louisville, Kentucky|Jefferson County

Louisville, KY 40205

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,496

Student:Teacher

18.7:1

Locale

Urban

District

Jefferson County

Econ. Disadvantaged

38.2%

Phone

(502)485-8202

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45-49%

Math Proficiency

50-54%

Graduation Rate

93%

Chronic Absenteeism

12.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

8 courses offered

685 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

563 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

53 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

395 test takers

Athletics

28 sports, 43 teams

726 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.3:1

Worse than average in KY

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,600

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,200

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,686

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,891

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 16%State 36%Local 48%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$273,855

+2.5% 1yr+29.5% 5yr

Louisville, KY metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

22.6%

Below 150% poverty line

5.3%

Unemployment rate

5.3%

Uninsured residents

8.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

13,604

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

12,273

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

2,906 (24%)

Autism

1,850 (15%)

Specific Learning Disability

1,826 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,721 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

1,706 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

579 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,466

Current enrollment

Stable(+4% 5yr)

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Jefferson County. Atherton High follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	CERT TestingDistrict-wide Stay focused and do your best!	exam	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	CERT TestingDistrict-wide Stay focused and do your best!	exam	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	CERT TestingDistrict-wide Stay focused and do your best!	exam	—