Buckeye Elementary School serves 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Attendance Zone: Buckeye Elementary School serves the northeast part of Deville, LA, covering an area of approximately 104.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buckeye Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Buckeye Elementary School is 0.15, 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
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
1%
42%
White
92%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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?
419 students attend Buckeye Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Buckeye Elementary School students are White, 4% 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 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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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