Serving 195 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ringgold 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ringgold Elementary School serves the west part of Ringgold, LA, covering an area of approximately 176.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ringgold Elementary School's student population of 195 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Ringgold 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 Ringgold Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#970 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
50%
42%
White
44%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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
What is Ringgold Elementary School's ranking?
Ringgold Elementary School is ranked #970 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Ringgold Elementary School?
195 students attend Ringgold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ringgold Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ringgold Elementary School?
Ringgold Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ringgold Elementary School offer ?
Ringgold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ringgold Elementary School part of?
Ringgold Elementary School is part of Bienville Parish School District.
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