Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Drew Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Drew Elementary School serves the northwest part of West Monroe, LA, covering an area of approximately 16.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drew Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Drew Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Drew Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drew Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#116 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
5%
42%
White
89%
41%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drew Elementary School's ranking?
Drew Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Drew Elementary School often compared to?
Drew Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boley Elementary School, George Welch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Drew Elementary School?
537 students attend Drew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Drew Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drew Elementary School?
Drew Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Drew Elementary School offer ?
Drew Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Drew Elementary School part of?
Drew Elementary School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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