Serving 320 students in grades 1-5, South Crowley 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 20-24% (which is lower than 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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Crowley Elementary School serves the southern part of Crowley, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 49.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with distances to the edge of the attendance area averaging around 6.6 miles and reaching up to 10.6 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Crowley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
South Crowley Elementary School's student population of 320 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Reaching Every Child Every Day
School Rankings
South Crowley 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 South Crowley Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#841 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
30%
42%
White
51%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Crowley Elementary School's ranking?
South Crowley Elementary School is ranked #841 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Crowley Elementary School often compared to?
South Crowley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross Elementary School, North Crowley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend South Crowley Elementary School?
320 students attend South Crowley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of South Crowley Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Crowley Elementary School?
South Crowley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Crowley Elementary School offer ?
South Crowley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Crowley Elementary School part of?
South Crowley Elementary School is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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