Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lasalle 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 27% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LaSalle Elementary School serves the southwest part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lasalle Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to maintain high expectations and promote academic excellence for all students.
School Rankings
Lasalle 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 Lasalle 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
#776 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lasalle Elementary School's ranking?
Lasalle Elementary School is ranked #776 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lasalle Elementary School often compared to?
Lasalle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westminster Elementary School, Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lasalle Elementary School?
338 students attend Lasalle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lasalle Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lasalle Elementary School?
Lasalle Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lasalle Elementary School offer ?
Lasalle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lasalle Elementary School part of?
Lasalle Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Lasalle Elementary School located?
Lasalle Elementary School is located in the Mid City South neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid City South.
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