Serving 94 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Spearsville 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 was 60-69% (which was approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-69% (which was approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 52% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)60-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)60-69%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
48%
41%
White
48%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% LA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% LA state average).
How many students attend Spearsville Elementary School?
94 students attend Spearsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Spearsville Elementary School students are White, 48% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spearsville Elementary School?
Spearsville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spearsville Elementary School offer ?
Spearsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Spearsville Elementary School part of?
Spearsville Elementary School is part of Union Parish School District.
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
