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.
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

Student Demographics for Butler Traditional High
Demographic Student Count
White292
Hispanic149
Black753
Asian14
Two or More80
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    753 (58.4%)
  • White
    292 (22.6%)
  • Hispanic
    149 (11.6%)
  • Two or More
    80 (6.2%)
  • Asian
    14 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Butler Traditional High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9319
Grade 10335
Grade 11299
Grade 12327
Ungraded10
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Butler Traditional High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female63048.8%
Male66051.2%
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