Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Grant Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: South Grant Elementary School serves the southern part of Dry Prong, LA, covering an area of approximately 73.7 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Grant Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
South Grant Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Grant Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#360 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
12%
42%
White
83%
41%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Grant Elementary School's ranking?
South Grant Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Grant Elementary School often compared to?
South Grant Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pollock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend South Grant Elementary School?
487 students attend South Grant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of South Grant Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Grant Elementary School?
South Grant Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Grant Elementary School offer ?
South Grant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Grant Elementary School part of?
South Grant Elementary School is part of Grant Parish School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
The teachers are wonderful and the learning environment is exceptional, however, the staff at the front desk are rude and condescending to the parents. Something needs to be done about this because parents are scared to even call the school with questions with fear of being ridiculed or disrespected.
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