Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ryan 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ryan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ryan Elementary School's student population of 226 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ryan 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 Ryan Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#763 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
99%
41%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ryan Elementary School's ranking?
Ryan Elementary School is ranked #763 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ryan Elementary School often compared to?
Ryan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shenandoah Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Ryan Elementary School?
226 students attend Ryan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ryan Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ryan Elementary School?
Ryan Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ryan Elementary School offer ?
Ryan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ryan Elementary School part of?
Ryan Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Ryan Elementary School located?
Ryan Elementary School is located in the Scotlandville neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 6 other public schools located in Scotlandville.
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