Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wesley Ray Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wesley Ray Elementary School's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wesley Ray Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wesley Ray Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1064 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
63%
42%
White
34%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wesley Ray Elementary School's ranking?
Wesley Ray Elementary School is ranked #1064 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Wesley Ray Elementary School often compared to?
Wesley Ray Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Elementary School, Enon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Wesley Ray Elementary School?
277 students attend Wesley Ray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Wesley Ray Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wesley Ray Elementary School?
Wesley Ray Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wesley Ray Elementary School offer ?
Wesley Ray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wesley Ray Elementary School part of?
Wesley Ray Elementary School is part of Washington Parish School District.
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