Serving 354 students in grades 2-3, Lukeville 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 2-3
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lukeville Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lukeville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lukeville Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#354 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
40%
41%
White
52%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lukeville Elementary School's ranking?
Lukeville Elementary School is ranked #354 out of 1,251 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lukeville Elementary School?
354 students attend Lukeville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lukeville Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lukeville Elementary School?
Lukeville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lukeville Elementary School offer ?
Lukeville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Lukeville Elementary School part of?
Lukeville Elementary School is part of West Baton Rouge Parish School District.
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