Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Labelle Aire Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LaBelle Aire Elementary School serves the southeast part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering approximately 1.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Labelle Aire Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
La Belle Air offers dual-language immersion and ESL welcome classes.
School Rankings
Labelle Aire Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Labelle Aire Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1060 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
45%
11%
Black
53%
42%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Labelle Aire Elementary School's ranking?
Labelle Aire Elementary School is ranked #1060 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Labelle Aire Elementary School?
425 students attend Labelle Aire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Labelle Aire Elementary School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Labelle Aire Elementary School?
Labelle Aire Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Labelle Aire Elementary School offer ?
Labelle Aire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Labelle Aire Elementary School part of?
Labelle Aire Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Labelle Aire Elementary School located?
Labelle Aire Elementary School is located in the Park Forest And LA North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 10 other public schools located in Park Forest And LA North.
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