Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Krotz Springs 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Krotz Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Krotz Springs Elementary School's student population of 211 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Krotz Springs 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 Krotz Springs 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
#462 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
2%
42%
White
92%
41%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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 Krotz Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Krotz Springs Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Krotz Springs Elementary School?
211 students attend Krotz Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Krotz Springs Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Krotz Springs Elementary School?
Krotz Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Krotz Springs Elementary School offer ?
Krotz Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Krotz Springs Elementary School part of?
Krotz Springs Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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