Lawrence County School District
School District · Louisa, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,121
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,121
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#82 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,121
+$135 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,360 students
Typical than Kentucky median
About Lawrence County
Lawrence County is a Louisa, Kentucky school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 2,360 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1. The district invests $14,121 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.2/10, Lawrence County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Louisa West Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.4/10.
In standardized testing, Lawrence County students show an average math proficiency of 31.0% and ELA proficiency of 46.2%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Lawrence County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Lawrence County with test data.
Schools in Lawrence County
6 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Louisa
- Total Enrollment
- 2,360
- Teachers (FTE)
- 172
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Lawrence County?
Lawrence County has 6 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Lawrence County?
The average composite rating for Lawrence County is 6.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Lawrence County?
Lawrence County spends $14,121 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lawrence County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Lawrence County is 13.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Lawrence County?
Louisa West Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Lawrence County with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What are the test scores in Lawrence County?
Across schools in Lawrence County with test data, the average math proficiency is 31.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 46.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Lawrence County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Lawrence County has an average school rating of 6.2/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kentucky by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 31.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 46.2%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in KY
Compare Lawrence County with neighboring districts in the state.
- Jefferson County (171)
- Fayette County (79)
- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
- Boone County (28)
- Hardin County (27)
- Bullitt County (25)
- Daviess County (24)
- Kenton County (22)
- Madison County (22)
- Oldham County (22)
- Pike County (20)
- Christian County (19)
- Laurel County (19)
- Hopkins County (18)
- Scott County (17)
- Franklin County (16)
- Knox County (15)
- Floyd County (14)
- Jessamine County (14)
- Mccracken County (14)
- Pulaski County (14)
- Shelby County (14)
- Henderson County (13)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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