Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Raintree Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Raintree Elementary School serves the northwest part of Baldwin, LA, covering an area of approximately 151.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 22.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raintree Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
Raintree Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raintree Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#777 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
75%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
15%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
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
What is Raintree Elementary School's ranking?
Raintree Elementary School is ranked #777 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Raintree Elementary School?
254 students attend Raintree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Raintree Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raintree Elementary School?
Raintree Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Raintree Elementary School offer ?
Raintree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raintree Elementary School part of?
Raintree Elementary School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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