Serving 412 students in grades 5-6, East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle 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 12% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School's student population of 412 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 121% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle 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 East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1079 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
83%
41%
White
9%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School's ranking?
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School is ranked #1079 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School?
412 students attend East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School?
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School offer ?
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School part of?
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School is part of Natchitoches Parish School District.
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