Serving 354 students in grades 2-4, Lukeville Upper 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lukeville Upper Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lukeville Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lukeville Upper Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
39%
42%
White
56%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lukeville Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Lukeville Upper Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Lukeville Upper Elementary School?
354 students attend Lukeville Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lukeville Upper Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lukeville Upper Elementary School?
Lukeville Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lukeville Upper Elementary School offer ?
Lukeville Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Lukeville Upper Elementary School part of?
Lukeville Upper Elementary School is part of West Baton Rouge Parish School District.
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