Buckeye Elementary School serves 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buckeye Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Buckeye Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
1%
41%
White
93%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Buckeye Elementary School often compared to?
Buckeye Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruby-wise Elementary School, J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Buckeye Elementary School?
451 students attend Buckeye Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Buckeye Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckeye Elementary School?
Buckeye Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buckeye Elementary School offer ?
Buckeye Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckeye Elementary School part of?
Buckeye Elementary School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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