Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Melrose 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Melrose Elementary School's student population of 330 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melrose 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 Melrose Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#955 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
92%
41%
White
n/a
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
92%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Elementary School's ranking?
Melrose Elementary School is ranked #955 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Melrose Elementary School?
330 students attend Melrose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Melrose Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melrose Elementary School?
Melrose Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Melrose Elementary School offer ?
Melrose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Melrose Elementary School part of?
Melrose Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Melrose Elementary School located?
Melrose Elementary School is located in the Lobdell And Woodale neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lobdell And Woodale.
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