Butler Traditional High
1,290 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Butler Traditional High School, located in the Pleasure Ridge Park neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky, is a prominent member of the Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) district. As a "traditional" school, it operates under a specialized educational model that emphasizes a structured, disciplined environment, a rigorous academic curriculum, and high expectations for student behavior and dress. The school places a heavy focus on college and career readiness, requiring students to adhere to specific codes of conduct and academic standards designed to prepare them for post-secondary success.
Beyond its academic core, Butler Traditional is well-known for its vibrant extracurricular culture and strong athletic programs. The school offers a wide array of clubs, arts programs, and competitive sports, which serve as central pillars of the school's community spirit. By balancing a structured classroom setting with extensive opportunities for student involvement, Butler aims to cultivate both academic excellence and personal responsibility, making it a distinct choice for families within the Louisville area seeking a formal and disciplined educational path.
Beyond its academic core, Butler Traditional is well-known for its vibrant extracurricular culture and strong athletic programs. The school offers a wide array of clubs, arts programs, and competitive sports, which serve as central pillars of the school's community spirit. By balancing a structured classroom setting with extensive opportunities for student involvement, Butler aims to cultivate both academic excellence and personal responsibility, making it a distinct choice for families within the Louisville area seeking a formal and disciplined educational path.
1,290
Total Students
79.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 292 |
| Hispanic | 149 |
| Black | 753 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More | 80 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black753 (58.4%)
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White292 (22.6%)
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Hispanic149 (11.6%)
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Two or More80 (6.2%)
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Asian14 (1.1%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Jefferson County |
| Phone: | (502)485-8220 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,290 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 79.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 794 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 48 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
319
Grade 10
335
Grade 11
299
Grade 12
327
Ungraded
10
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 319 |
| Grade 10 | 335 |
| Grade 11 | 299 |
| Grade 12 | 327 |
| Ungraded | 10 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 630 | 48.8% |
| Male | 660 | 51.2% |
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