Louisa County Public Schools School District
School District · Mineral, Virginia
Avg Rating
7.4
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,182
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Avg Rating
7.4
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,182
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Evaluating Louisa County Public Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Louisa County Public Schools as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary
Louisa · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Jouett Elementary
Mineral · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Moss-nuckols Elementary
Louisa · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Virginia rank
#23 of 131
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Virginia avg
Per-pupil spending
$15,182
+$113 vs Virginia median
District size
5,211 students
Larger than Virginia median
The short answer
Louisa County Public Schools ranks #23 of 131 Virginia districts by overall school rating. Louisa County Public Schools's schools with real test data average 7.4/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are Thomas Jefferson Elementary (7.9/10), Jouett Elementary (7.9/10), and Moss-nuckols Elementary (7.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Louisa County Public Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thomas Jefferson Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Jouett Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Moss-nuckols Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Trevilians Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Louisa County Middle | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Louisa County High | 6.5 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Louisa County Public Schools
Louisa County Public Schools is a Mineral, Virginia school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 5,211 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1. The district invests $15,182 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.4/10, Louisa County Public Schools is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Thomas Jefferson Elementary, which has a composite score of 7.9/10.
In standardized testing, Louisa County Public Schools students show an average math proficiency of 78.0% and ELA proficiency of 79.3%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Louisa County Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Louisa County Public Schools with test data.
Schools in Louisa County Public Schools
6 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Virginia
- City
- Mineral
- Total Enrollment
- 5,211
- Teachers (FTE)
- 390
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Louisa County Public Schools?
Louisa County Public Schools 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 Louisa County Public Schools?
The average composite rating for Louisa County Public Schools is 7.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Louisa County Public Schools?
Louisa County Public Schools spends $15,182 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Louisa County Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Louisa County Public Schools is 13.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Louisa County Public Schools?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary is the highest-rated school in Louisa County Public Schools with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What are the test scores in Louisa County Public Schools?
Across schools in Louisa County Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 78.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 79.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Louisa County Public Schools compare to other districts in Virginia?
Louisa County Public Schools has an average school rating of 7.4/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Virginia 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 78.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 79.3%
Resources
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in VA
Compare Louisa County Public Schools with neighboring districts in the state.
- Fairfax County Public Schools (223)
- Loudoun County Public Schools (100)
- Prince William County Public Schools (99)
- Virginia Beach City Public Schools (88)
- Henrico County Public Schools (81)
- Chesterfield County Public Schools (73)
- Richmond City Public Schools (54)
- Norfolk City Public Schools (49)
- Chesapeake City Public Schools (48)
- Newport News City Public Schools (43)
- Arlington County Public Schools (42)
- Spotsylvania County Public Schools (34)
- Stafford County Public Schools (34)
- Hampton City Public Schools (33)
- Roanoke County Public Schools (29)
- Roanoke City Public Schools (26)
- Albemarle County Public Schools (25)
- Hanover County Public Schools (25)
- Portsmouth City Public Schools (23)
- Rockingham County Public Schools (23)
- Bedford County Public Schools (22)
- Suffolk City Public Schools (22)
- Montgomery County Public Schools (21)
- Pittsylvania County Public Schools (21)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.