Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Capitol 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Capitol Elementary School serves the southwest part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capitol Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Capitol Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capitol Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capitol Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#852 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
97%
42%
White
1%
41%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capitol Elementary School's ranking?
Capitol Elementary School is ranked #852 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Capitol Elementary School often compared to?
Capitol Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brownfields Elementary School, Melrose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Capitol Elementary School?
321 students attend Capitol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Capitol Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitol Elementary School?
Capitol Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capitol Elementary School offer ?
Capitol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitol Elementary School part of?
Capitol Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Capitol Elementary School located?
Capitol Elementary School is located in the Mid City North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 13 other public schools located in Mid City North.
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