Serving 312 students in grades 3-5, Ruston 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 39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ruston Elementary School's student population of 312 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ruston 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 Ruston Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#566 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
51%
41%
White
31%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
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 Ruston Elementary School's ranking?
Ruston Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Ruston Elementary School?
312 students attend Ruston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ruston Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruston Elementary School?
Ruston Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruston Elementary School offer ?
Ruston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Ruston Elementary School part of?
Ruston Elementary School is part of Lincoln Parish School District.
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