Serving 511 students in grades 2-3, Platt 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 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Platt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Platt Elementary School's student population of 511 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Platt 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 Platt Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#227 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
12%
41%
White
63%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platt Elementary School's ranking?
Platt Elementary School is ranked #227 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Platt Elementary School?
511 students attend Platt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Platt Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Platt Elementary School?
Platt Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Platt Elementary School offer ?
Platt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Platt Elementary School part of?
Platt Elementary School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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