Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Lessie Moore 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lessie Moore Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Pineville, LA, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lessie Moore Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Lessie Moore 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 Lessie Moore Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#952 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
73%
42%
White
22%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lessie Moore Elementary School's ranking?
Lessie Moore Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lessie Moore Elementary School often compared to?
Lessie Moore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pineville Elementary School, Paradise 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 34% LA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lessie Moore Elementary School?
392 students attend Lessie Moore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lessie Moore Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lessie Moore Elementary School?
Lessie Moore Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lessie Moore Elementary School offer ?
Lessie Moore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lessie Moore Elementary School part of?
Lessie Moore Elementary School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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