Serving 512 students in grades 2-5, Louisa East Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Louisa East Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Louisa, KY, covering an attendance zone of approximately 213.8 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges being about 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Louisa East Elementary School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Louisa East Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louisa East Elementary School is 0.10, which is less 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
#523 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louisa East Elementary School's ranking?
Louisa East Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Louisa East Elementary School often compared to?
Louisa East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fallsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Louisa East Elementary School?
512 students attend Louisa East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Louisa East Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Louisa East Elementary School?
Louisa East Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Louisa East Elementary School offer ?
Louisa East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Louisa East Elementary School part of?
Louisa East Elementary School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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