Newton Smith Elementary School serves 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
99%
42%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Newton Smith Elementary School?
327 students attend Newton Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Newton Smith Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton Smith Elementary School?
Newton Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newton Smith Elementary School offer ?
Newton Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Newton Smith Elementary School part of?
Newton Smith Elementary School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
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