Serving 480 students in grades 6-8, Louisa Middle School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Louisa Middle School's student population of 480 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Louisa Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louisa Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#595 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
96%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louisa Middle School's ranking?
Louisa Middle School is ranked #595 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Louisa Middle School?
480 students attend Louisa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Louisa Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Louisa Middle School?
Louisa Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Louisa Middle School offer ?
Louisa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Louisa Middle School part of?
Louisa Middle School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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