Serving 825 students in grades 1-5, Bains Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bains Elementary School's student population of 825 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Bains Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bains Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#226 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
38:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
34%
41%
White
62%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Bains Elementary School's ranking?
Bains Elementary School is ranked #226 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Bains Elementary School often compared to?
Bains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bains Lower Elementary School, West Feliciana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Bains Elementary School?
825 students attend Bains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bains Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bains Elementary School?
Bains Elementary School has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bains Elementary School offer ?
Bains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bains Elementary School part of?
Bains Elementary School is part of West Feliciana Parish School District.
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