Browning Elementary School serves 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Browning Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
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Community Size
School Overview
Browning Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Browning Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
60%
41%
White
34%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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
How many students attend Browning Elementary School?
274 students attend Browning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Browning Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Browning Elementary School?
Browning Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Browning Elementary School offer ?
Browning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Browning Elementary School part of?
Browning Elementary School is part of Webster Parish School District.
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