July 1, 2010

Best Cities 2010: 10 Best Cities for Education


#4: Louisville, KY
Nine of Louisville's schools have been awarded the Department of Education's blue ribbon distinction, revealing the top-notch quality of schools in this education-friendly city, which also boasts a 75% graduation rate.



Education rank: 4

High School graduation rate 2008: 75%

Blue Ribbon Schools, 2003-2009: 9

Blue Ribbon Schools per 100,000 people: 1.62

NEAYC-accredited preschools: 6

NAEYC schools per 100,000 people: 1.078

NAEP State proficiency reading, grade 8: 267

Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.8

Total Expenditures Per Student: $10,791


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