Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, W. T. Henning Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W. T. Henning Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
W. T. Henning Elementary School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Inspiring Our Students to Become Lifelong Leaders
School Rankings
W. T. Henning 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 W. T. Henning Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#278 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
26%
11%
Black
11%
42%
White
56%
41%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W. T. Henning Elementary School's ranking?
W. T. Henning Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend W. T. Henning Elementary School?
369 students attend W. T. Henning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of W. T. Henning Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W. T. Henning Elementary School?
W. T. Henning Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does W. T. Henning Elementary School offer ?
W. T. Henning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W. T. Henning Elementary School part of?
W. T. Henning Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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