Serving 572 students in grades 1-4, West Leesville 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 21% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Leesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Leesville Elementary School's student population of 572 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
West Leesville 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 West Leesville Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#707 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
30%
41%
White
43%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 West Leesville Elementary School's ranking?
West Leesville Elementary School is ranked #707 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are West Leesville Elementary School often compared to?
West Leesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickering Elementary School, Rosepine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend West Leesville Elementary School?
572 students attend West Leesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Leesville Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Leesville Elementary School?
West Leesville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Leesville Elementary School offer ?
West Leesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Leesville Elementary School part of?
West Leesville Elementary School is part of Vernon Parish School District.
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