Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Melrose 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Melrose Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Melrose 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 Melrose Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#955 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
93%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Elementary School's ranking?
Melrose Elementary School is ranked #955 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Melrose Elementary School often compared to?
Melrose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capitol Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Melrose Elementary School?
318 students attend Melrose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Melrose Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melrose Elementary School?
Melrose Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melrose Elementary School offer ?
Melrose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melrose Elementary School part of?
Melrose Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Melrose Elementary School located?
Melrose Elementary School is located in the Lobdell And Woodale neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lobdell And Woodale.
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