Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wildwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 33% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wildwood Elementary School serves the southern part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering an area of approximately 19.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wildwood Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Cultivating excellence through community, culture, care and high expectations for all.
School Rankings
Wildwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wildwood Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#569 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-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 is Wildwood Elementary School's ranking?
Wildwood Elementary School is ranked #569 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Wildwood Elementary School often compared to?
Wildwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfair Laboratory School, Magnolia Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Wildwood Elementary School?
433 students attend Wildwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wildwood Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wildwood Elementary School?
Wildwood Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wildwood Elementary School offer ?
Wildwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wildwood Elementary School part of?
Wildwood Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Wildwood Elementary School located?
Wildwood Elementary School is located in the South Baton Rouge neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Baton Rouge.
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