Serving 958 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 958 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School's student population of 958 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
958 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
J.i. Barron Sr. 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 J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#332 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
26%
41%
White
60%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School's ranking?
J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School often compared to?
J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruby-wise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School?
958 students attend J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School?
J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School offer ?
J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School part of?
J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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