Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Drew Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 5%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Drew Elementary School's student population of 545 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Drew Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drew Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#191 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
5%
41%
White
88%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drew Elementary School's ranking?
Drew Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Drew Elementary School often compared to?
Drew Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Welch Elementary School, Boley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
545 students attend Drew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Drew Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Drew Elementary School?
Drew Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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