Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winnsboro 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 4% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winnsboro Elementary School serves the west part of Winnsboro, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 55.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winnsboro Elementary School's student population of 366 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winnsboro Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winnsboro Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1222 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
92%
42%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winnsboro Elementary School's ranking?
Winnsboro Elementary School is ranked #1222 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Winnsboro Elementary School often compared to?
Winnsboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baskin School, Crowville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Winnsboro Elementary School?
366 students attend Winnsboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Winnsboro Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winnsboro Elementary School?
Winnsboro Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winnsboro Elementary School offer ?
Winnsboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winnsboro Elementary School part of?
Winnsboro Elementary School is part of Franklin Parish School District.
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