Serving 715 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carencro Bob Lilly 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 36% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School's student population of 715 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#559 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
31%
11%
Black
44%
41%
White
20%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School's ranking?
Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School often compared to?
Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Live Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School?
715 students attend Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School?
Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School offer ?
Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School part of?
Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/16/2014
I love Carencro Heights Elementary School and would recommend it to parents...... The teachers take their time with the students to make sure they understand their work ....... They are dedicated to helping students in Lafayette Parish learn what they need to know for the next upcoming school year... Thank You to the staff at carencro heights elementary
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