Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Oberlin 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 approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oberlin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oberlin Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oberlin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oberlin Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#522 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
27%
42%
White
63%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oberlin Elementary School's ranking?
Oberlin Elementary School is ranked #522 out of 1,251 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 32% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Oberlin Elementary School?
253 students attend Oberlin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Oberlin Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oberlin Elementary School?
Oberlin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oberlin Elementary School offer ?
Oberlin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Oberlin Elementary School part of?
Oberlin Elementary School is part of Allen Parish School District.
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