Serving 256 students in grades 1-5, Ross 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ross Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ross Elementary School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Reaching Every Child Every Day
School Rankings
Ross 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 Ross Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1019 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
66%
42%
White
23%
41%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
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 Ross Elementary School's ranking?
Ross Elementary School is ranked #1019 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ross Elementary School often compared to?
Ross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Crowley Elementary School, Crowley Kindergarten School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Ross Elementary School?
256 students attend Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ross Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ross Elementary School?
Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ross Elementary School offer ?
Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ross Elementary School part of?
Ross Elementary School is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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