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Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North

Middle School · Jefferson County

4530 Bellevue Avenue, Louisville, KY 40215

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#723 of 1,284

In Louisville

#39 of 147

public schools

In district

#40 of 149

Jefferson County

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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6.0/10

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About Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North

Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North is a public middle school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #723 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics2.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.5% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-22.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200

Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North — Students at Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 15.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 19.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 34 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2011
Math
16%
ELA
15%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2013
Math
18%
ELA
18%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
13%
2025
Math
15.5%
ELA
12.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North Compares

See how Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in KY
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4530 Bellevue Avenue, Louisville, KY 40215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Noe Middle (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South (rated 5.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Semple Elementary Louisville 0.6 mi 4.0
Hazelwood Elementary Louisville 0.8 mi 4.5
Iroquois High Louisville 1.0 mi 3.5
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South Louisville 1.1 mi 5.4
Rutherford Elementary Louisville 1.1 mi 2.4
Jacob Elementary Louisville 1.2 mi 4.2
Frayser Elementary Louisville 1.5 mi 3.9
DE SALES HIGH SCHOOL Louisville 1.7 mi 7.2
Churchill Park School Louisville 1.8 mi 5.0
Gutermuth Elementary Louisville 1.9 mi 6.2
Mcferran Preparatory Academy Louisville 2.4 mi 2.9
Western Day Treatment Louisville 2.4 mi
CITY SCHOOLHOUSE Louisville 2.2 mi
U of L PACT Program Louisville 2.3 mi
Mill Creek Elementary Louisville 2.1 mi 3.6
duPont Manual High Louisville 2.6 mi 9.3
Cochran Elementary Louisville 2.6 mi 6.6
Noe Middle Louisville 2.7 mi 7.9
Butler Traditional High Louisville 2.3 mi 4.3
Kenwood Elementary Louisville 3.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,762

Median Home Value

$106,500

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

19,444

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

42.2%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

27.7%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North

What grades does Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North serve?

Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North?

Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North?

The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North rank in KY?

Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North ranks #723 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North's MySchoolScout rating?

Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North a charter school?

No, Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North a Title I school?

No, Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North?

78.2% of students at Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County

District

Jefferson County
District Enrollment
94,793
Schools in District
171
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,200
District Rank
#40 of 149

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