Swartz Lower Elementary School serves 365 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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swartz Lower Elementary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
We will work together to ensure the academic excellence for each of our students in a safe and supportive environment.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Swartz Lower Elementary School is 0.60, 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
5%
11%
Black
42%
41%
White
47%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Swartz Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Swartz Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeshore School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Swartz Lower Elementary School?
365 students attend Swartz Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Swartz Lower Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swartz Lower Elementary School?
Swartz Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swartz Lower Elementary School offer ?
Swartz Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swartz Lower Elementary School part of?
Swartz Lower Elementary School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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