Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-4, East Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: East Elementary School serves the west part of Eunice, LA, covering an area of approximately 29.6 square miles, with a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes and an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East 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
East Elementary School's student population of 310 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#167 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
48%
42%
White
42%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are East Elementary School often compared to?
East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glendale Elementary School, Eunice Elementary School, Grand Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
310 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of East Elementary School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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