Summary:
Zip code 30434, serving the Louisville, GA area, is home to just one elementary school, Louisville Academy School, which serves grades PK through 5 within the Jefferson County district.
Louisville Academy is a high-poverty school where 100% of students qualify for free/reduced lunch, yet it maintains a favorable 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio and spends a substantial $15,904 per student. The school has shown consistent improvement, climbing from the 20th percentile statewide in 2023-2024 to the 33rd percentile in 2025-2026, earning a 2-star rating. In the most recent test scores, 5th graders excelled relative to the district, achieving 39.5% proficiency in math (vs. 31.0% district) and 34.2% in science (vs. 30.2% district). However, 3rd-grade math proficiency lagged at 26.9%, creating a notable gap with upper grades. Chronic absenteeism is a bright spot at 13.3%, well below both the district (21.9%) and state (17.7%) averages, suggesting strong attendance efforts despite economic challenges.
Looking at year-over-year progress, the school posted dramatic gains in 5th-grade math, jumping from 20% proficiency in 2024-2025 to 39.5% in 2025-2026—a nearly 20-point increase while the district remained flat. The same cohort that scored 31.4% in 4th-grade math improved to 39.5% as 5th graders, indicating effective upper-grade instruction. Prior-year ELA data showed a concerning pattern, with 5th-grade proficiency at just 22%, though current-year ELA results are pending release in December. While proficiency rates remain below state averages across most subjects, the school's upward trajectory, strong upper-grade performance, and low absenteeism suggest positive momentum. Parents should note the school outperforms its district in upper-grade math and science, making it a solid choice within the area despite broader academic challenges.
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