Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maplewood 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 40% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maplewood Elementary serves the eastern part of Sulphur, LA, covering an area of approximately 13.3 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maplewood Elementary School's student population of 640 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maplewood 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 Maplewood Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#443 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Comets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maplewood Elementary School's ranking?
Maplewood Elementary School is ranked #443 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Maplewood Elementary School often compared to?
Maplewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boothville-venice Elementary School, Cypress Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Maplewood Elementary School?
640 students attend Maplewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Maplewood Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maplewood Elementary School?
Maplewood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maplewood Elementary School offer ?
Maplewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maplewood Elementary School part of?
Maplewood Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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