Louisiana Elementary School

500 Haley Ave
Louisiana, MO 63353
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Louisiana Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 343 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50% in MO
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • : Louisiana Elementary serves the entire district in Louisiana, MO, covering approximately 85.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Louisiana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Louisiana Elementary School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Louisiana Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louisiana Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#964 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
45-49%
40%
35-39%
43%
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
11%
15%
White
74%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
(22-23)
16.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Louisiana Elementary School's ranking?
Louisiana Elementary School is ranked #964 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Louisiana Elementary School?
343 students attend Louisiana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Louisiana Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Louisiana Elementary School?
Louisiana Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Louisiana Elementary School offer ?
Louisiana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Louisiana Elementary School part of?
Louisiana Elementary School is part of Louisiana R-II School District.

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5   10/10/2025
wonderful faculty! Principal is very involved in the school and students.
- Posted by Parent - bear3

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 343 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • : Louisiana Elementary serves the entire district in Louisiana, MO, covering approximately 85.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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