Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South vs Rutherford Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 883 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South
Louisville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
543 students
Rutherford Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
476 students
| Measure | Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South Louisville, Kentucky | Rutherford Elementary Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #209 of 217 | #682 of 707 |
| National rank | #11764 of 15,369 | #43679 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 543 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 543 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 77.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 35% |
| city | Louisville | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.8 vs 21.9).
- •Rutherford Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 29%).
- •Rutherford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.7% vs 78.6%).
- •Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 23.8).
- •Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South is the larger school with 543 students compared with 476.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South better than Rutherford Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South ranks higher (30.8 vs 21.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South and Rutherford Elementary?
About 883 m in a straight line, between Louisville and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South: 543. Rutherford Elementary: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South and Rutherford Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South is 209th of 217 and Rutherford Elementary is 682nd of 707 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).