Serving 208 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Holly Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Holly Ridge Elementary School's student population of 208 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Ridge Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#628 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
14%
41%
White
81%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Ridge Elementary School is ranked #628 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Holly Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Holly Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delhi Charter School, Delhi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Holly Ridge Elementary School?
208 students attend Holly Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Holly Ridge Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Ridge Elementary School?
Holly Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holly Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Holly Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Holly Ridge Elementary School part of?
Holly Ridge Elementary School is part of Richland Parish School District.
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