Serving 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rosenwald 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 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rosenwald Elementary School serves the eastern part of New Roads, LA, covering an area of approximately 81.9 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being around 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rosenwald Elementary School's student population of 303 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Rosenwald 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 Rosenwald Elementary School is 0.13, 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)
22%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
93%
42%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosenwald Elementary School's ranking?
Rosenwald Elementary School is ranked #970 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Rosenwald Elementary School often compared to?
Rosenwald Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Pointe Coupee Elementary School, Rougon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Rosenwald Elementary School?
303 students attend Rosenwald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Rosenwald Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosenwald Elementary School?
Rosenwald Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rosenwald Elementary School offer ?
Rosenwald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosenwald Elementary School part of?
Rosenwald Elementary School is part of Pointe Coupee Parish School District.
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