Serving 470 students in grades 6-8, Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North's student population of 470 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1228 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
22%
10%
Black
46%
11%
White
19%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North's ranking?
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North is ranked #1228 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North often compared to?
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy Northis often viewed alongside schools like Noe Middle School, Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North?
470 students attend Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North?
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North offer ?
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North part of?
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North located?
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North is located in the Beechmont neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Beechmont.
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