Serving 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swayze 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swayze Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Swayze Elementary School's student population of 200 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swayze Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swayze Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1064 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
99%
42%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swayze Elementary School's ranking?
Swayze Elementary School is ranked #1064 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Swayze Elementary School often compared to?
Swayze Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shady Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Swayze Elementary School?
200 students attend Swayze Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Swayze Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swayze Elementary School?
Swayze Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swayze Elementary School offer ?
Swayze Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Swayze Elementary School part of?
Swayze Elementary School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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