Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodlawn Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodlawn Elementary serves the southeast part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering an area of approximately 23.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with most living around 4.4 miles from the zone's edge and the furthest point being 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Woodlawn Elementary School's student population of 658 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Woodlawn Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodlawn Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#354 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Woodlawn Elementary School is ranked #354 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Woodlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Woodlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shenandoah Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Woodlawn Elementary School?
658 students attend Woodlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Woodlawn Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodlawn Elementary School?
Woodlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodlawn Elementary School offer ?
Woodlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodlawn Elementary School part of?
Woodlawn Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Seniors
May 07, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
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