Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Walker Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 36% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Walker Elementary School serves the west part of Walker, LA, covering an area of approximately 13.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Walker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Walker Elementary School's student population of 518 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
South Walker 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 Walker Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#334 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
55%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Walker Elementary School's ranking?
South Walker Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Walker Elementary School often compared to?
South Walker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend South Walker Elementary School?
518 students attend South Walker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of South Walker Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Walker Elementary School?
South Walker Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Walker Elementary School offer ?
South Walker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Walker Elementary School part of?
South Walker Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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