Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Springfield 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 26% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springfield Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Springfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#642 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
17%
41%
White
74%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Elementary School's ranking?
Springfield Elementary School is ranked #642 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Springfield Elementary School often compared to?
Springfield 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Springfield Elementary School?
571 students attend Springfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Springfield Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Elementary School?
Springfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Springfield Elementary School offer ?
Springfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Springfield Elementary School part of?
Springfield Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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