Central Elementary School serves 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-34% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 35-39% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)30-34%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)35-39%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
99%
41%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
282 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Central Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
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