Westminster Elementary School

8935 Westminster Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westminster 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 261 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50% in LA
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Westminster Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
261 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026

School Rankings

Westminster 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 Westminster Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#908 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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15-19%
34%
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25-29%
42%
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10-14%
27%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
4%
2%
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Hispanic
19%
11%
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Black
70%
41%
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White
5%
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.47
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westminster Elementary School's ranking?
Westminster Elementary School is ranked #908 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Westminster Elementary School often compared to?
Westminster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Terrace Academy, Lasalle Elementary School, Westdale Heights Academic Magnet 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Westminster Elementary School?
261 students attend Westminster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Westminster Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westminster Elementary School?
Westminster Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westminster Elementary School offer ?
Westminster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westminster Elementary School part of?
Westminster Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.

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Last Day for Seniors
May 08, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of School
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 261 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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