Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Leonville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leonville Elementary School's student population of 636 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Leonville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonville Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#437 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
32%
41%
White
63%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonville Elementary School's ranking?
Leonville Elementary School is ranked #437 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Leonville Elementary School often compared to?
Leonville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Barre Middle School, Park Vista Elementary School, Lawtell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Leonville Elementary School?
636 students attend Leonville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Leonville Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leonville Elementary School?
Leonville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leonville Elementary School offer ?
Leonville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leonville Elementary School part of?
Leonville Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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