Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lake Arthur Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Arthur Elementary School serves the southeast part of Lake Arthur, LA, covering an area of approximately 76.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 9.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Arthur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Arthur Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lake Arthur 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 Lake Arthur Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#297 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Arthur Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Arthur Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lake Arthur Elementary School?
441 students attend Lake Arthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lake Arthur Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Arthur Elementary School?
Lake Arthur Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Arthur Elementary School offer ?
Lake Arthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Arthur Elementary School part of?
Lake Arthur Elementary School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
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