Tanglewood Elementary School serves 622 students in grades 1-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Math Proficiency: 90%
- Reading Proficiency: 95%
- Attendance Zone: Tanglewood Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Baton Rouge, LA, covering approximately 63.4 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tanglewood Elementary School's student population of 622 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tanglewood Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)90%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)95%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
How many students attend Tanglewood Elementary School?
622 students attend Tanglewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tanglewood Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tanglewood Elementary School?
Tanglewood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tanglewood Elementary School offer ?
Tanglewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tanglewood Elementary School part of?
Tanglewood Elementary School is part of Central Community School District.
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