Serving 383 students in grades 3-5, Cypress Springs 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 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cypress Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cypress Springs Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cypress Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cypress Springs Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
64%
42%
White
29%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cypress Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Cypress Springs Elementary School is ranked #491 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Cypress Springs Elementary School?
383 students attend Cypress Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Cypress Springs Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cypress Springs Elementary School?
Cypress Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cypress Springs Elementary School offer ?
Cypress Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Cypress Springs Elementary School part of?
Cypress Springs Elementary School is part of Lincoln Parish School District.
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