Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Grand Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Prairie Elementary School serves the west part of Washington, LA, covering an area of approximately 67.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Grand Prairie Elementary School's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Grand Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Prairie Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#305 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
47%
42%
White
48%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Grand Prairie Elementary School is ranked #305 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Grand Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Grand Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glendale Elementary School, East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Grand Prairie Elementary School?
264 students attend Grand Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Grand Prairie Elementary School students are White, 47% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Prairie Elementary School?
Grand Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grand Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Grand Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Prairie Elementary School part of?
Grand Prairie Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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