Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lenwil 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lenwil Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lenwil Elementary School's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Lenwil Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lenwil Elementary School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#802 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
22%
11%
Black
24%
41%
White
50%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lenwil Elementary School's ranking?
Lenwil Elementary School is ranked #802 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lenwil Elementary School often compared to?
Lenwil Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riser Elementary School, Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lenwil Elementary School?
292 students attend Lenwil Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lenwil Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lenwil Elementary School?
Lenwil Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lenwil Elementary School offer ?
Lenwil Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lenwil Elementary School part of?
Lenwil Elementary School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2019
i have been at this school for five school years and it has been the best school ever
5 9/26/2013
My son has attended Lenwil for the past 4 years and the teachers and support staff are awesome I have never had any problems with any of the people at this school the teachers are super nice but firm when needed. I am so glad that my son goes to such a good school and most of all I am glad that HE loves going to this school.
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