Serving 936 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
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Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies's student population of 936 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 117% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
936 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies is ranked #666 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies often compared to?
Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies?
936 students attend Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies?
Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies offer ?
Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies part of?
Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies is part of Manatee School District.
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View the Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break (No School)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day Students
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 9/29/2023So blessed that my daughter got to attend this school for 1/2 of 6th grade and,7 and 8th grade. I moved from St. Pete so she could go to this middle school and I' 'm so happy I did. Thank you to all the teachers, staff, and students who make LRJ k-8 a great place with excellent learning.Review Louise R Johnson K-8 School Of International Studies. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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So blessed that my daughter got to attend this school for 1/2 of 6th grade and,7 and 8th grade. I moved from St. Pete so she could go to this middle school and I' 'm so happy I did. Thank you to all the teachers, staff, and students who make LRJ k-8 a great place with excellent learning.
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