Serving 801 students in grades 1-5, Bains Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bains Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Saint Francisville, LA, encompassing approximately 426 square miles. This area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 25.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bains Elementary School's student population of 801 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 111% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
801 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Bains Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bains Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#240 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
34%
42%
White
62%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bains Elementary School's ranking?
Bains Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Bains Elementary School often compared to?
Bains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bains Lower Elementary School, West Feliciana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Bains Elementary School?
801 students attend Bains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bains Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bains Elementary School?
Bains Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bains Elementary School offer ?
Bains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bains Elementary School part of?
Bains Elementary School is part of West Feliciana Parish School District.
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