At a glance
Reported students
1,892
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
132.7
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kentucky high enrollment
98th percentile
Compared with 441 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
510
Marion C. Moore School: 1,892 reported students.
State peer staffing position
45th percentile
14.3:1 reported; state peer median 15.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,350
- Teachers (FTE)
- 157
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15:1
What the reported data says about Marion C. Moore School
Marion C. Moore School is a public high school serving grades 06–12 in Louisville. It is one of 171 current school records connected to Jefferson County. NCES reports 1,892 students for 2024–25.
Among 441 high schools in Kentucky with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 191 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 98th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.3:1, close to the Kentucky median of 15.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (33.4%) and Black (32.1%). English learners represent 18% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 6 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Marion C. Moore School
- 1How do the reported 14.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 132.7 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 18%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 67.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White23.9%
- Hispanic33.4%
- Black32.1%
- Asian5.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
6 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Jefferson County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
duPont Manual High
High · Grades 09–12
1,899 reported students
Eastern High
High · Grades 09–12
1,790 reported students
Pleasure Ridge Park High
High · Grades 09–12
1,777 reported students
Louisville Male High
High · Grades 09–12
1,763 reported students
Southern High
High · Grades 09–12
1,725 reported students
Ballard High
High · Grades 09–12
2,148 reported students
Public schools near Marion C. Moore School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern High High · Jefferson County | 09–12 | 1,725 | 2.5 mi |
| Fern Creek High High · Jefferson County | 09–12 | 1,525 | 2.8 mi |
| Mary Ryan Academy High · Jefferson County | 09–12 | 16 | 4 mi |
| W.E.B. DuBois Academy High · Jefferson County | 06–12 | 477 | 4 mi |
| Minor Daniels Academy High · Jefferson County | 06–12 | 184 | 4.4 mi |
| Newcomer Academy High · Jefferson County | 06–12 | 578 | 4.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Marion C. Moore School
What grades does Marion C. Moore School serve?
Marion C. Moore School reports grades 06–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Jefferson County.
How many students attend Marion C. Moore School?
Marion C. Moore School reported 1,892 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 98th percentile among 441 Kentucky high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,350 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Marion C. Moore School?
The calculated ratio is 14.3:1, based on 1,892 students and 132.7 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kentucky median for the same school level is 15.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Marion C. Moore School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Marion C. Moore School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Marion C. Moore School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
67.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Marion C. Moore School in?
Marion C. Moore School is part of Jefferson County, based in Louisville, KY, which operates 171 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Marion C. Moore School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Southern High (2.5 mi), Fern Creek High (2.8 mi), Mary Ryan Academy (4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.