Serving 441 students in grades 4-5, Curtis Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Curtis Elementary School serves the southern part of Bossier City, LA, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Curtis Elementary School's student population of 441 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Curtis Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Curtis Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#477 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Curtis Elementary School's ranking?
Curtis Elementary School is ranked #477 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Curtis Elementary School often compared to?
Curtis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellaire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Curtis Elementary School?
441 students attend Curtis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Curtis Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Curtis Elementary School?
Curtis Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Curtis Elementary School offer ?
Curtis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Curtis Elementary School part of?
Curtis Elementary School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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