Banks Elementary School serves 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 35-39% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-34% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 67%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2003–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2003–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)35-39%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)30-34%
67%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2003–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
100%
42%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1997–2010. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
61%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 67% LA state average).
How many students attend Banks Elementary School?
242 students attend Banks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Banks Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banks Elementary School?
Banks Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Banks Elementary School offer ?
Banks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Banks Elementary School part of?
Banks Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
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