Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Zwolle Elementary School ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zwolle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Zwolle Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Zwolle Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zwolle Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#609 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
24%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
22%
41%
White
35%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Zwolle Elementary School's ranking?
Zwolle Elementary School is ranked #609 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Zwolle Elementary School often compared to?
Zwolle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zwolle High School, Ebarb School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Zwolle Elementary School?
443 students attend Zwolle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Zwolle Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are American Indian, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zwolle Elementary School?
Zwolle Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Zwolle Elementary School offer ?
Zwolle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zwolle Elementary School part of?
Zwolle Elementary School is part of Sabine Parish School District.
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