Serving 622 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prien Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prien Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Prien Lake Elementary School's student population of 622 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prien Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prien Lake Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#66 out of 1237 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
27%
42%
White
58%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
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 Prien Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Prien Lake Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Prien Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Prien Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. John Elementary School, A. A. Nelson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Prien Lake Elementary School?
622 students attend Prien Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Prien Lake Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prien Lake Elementary School?
Prien Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prien Lake Elementary School offer ?
Prien Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Prien Lake Elementary School part of?
Prien Lake Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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