Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shenandoah Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 72% 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: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Shenandoah Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shenandoah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shenandoah Elementary School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shenandoah Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shenandoah Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#207 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shenandoah Elementary School's ranking?
Shenandoah Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Shenandoah Elementary School often compared to?
Shenandoah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Shenandoah Elementary School?
584 students attend Shenandoah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Shenandoah Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shenandoah Elementary School?
Shenandoah Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shenandoah Elementary School offer ?
Shenandoah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shenandoah Elementary School part of?
Shenandoah Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
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