Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, South Beauregard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Beauregard Elementary School serves the southeast part of Merryville, LA, covering an area of approximately 313.4 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.1 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Beauregard Elementary School's student population of 644 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
644 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Motto
To provide an environment that empowers students to achieve their potential to learn the skills, acquire the knowledge, and develop the attitudes for meeting the challenges of a global society.
School Rankings
South Beauregard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Beauregard 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
#462 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
1%
42%
White
93%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Beauregard Elementary School's ranking?
South Beauregard Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Beauregard Elementary School often compared to?
South Beauregard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Beauregard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend South Beauregard Elementary School?
644 students attend South Beauregard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of South Beauregard Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Beauregard Elementary School?
South Beauregard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Beauregard Elementary School offer ?
South Beauregard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Beauregard Elementary School part of?
South Beauregard Elementary School is part of Beauregard Parish School District.
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