Elementary Schools in Red River Parish

The elementary schools in Red River Parish, Louisiana serve students from grades K-5. This analysis focuses on the two elementary schools in the district: Red River Elementary School and Red River Academic Academy.

Red River Elementary School stands out for its relatively high performance on LEAP tests, with proficiency rates exceeding the parish and state averages in many subjects and grade levels. The school has a diverse student population, with a mix of White, African American, and other racial/ethnic groups, and a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (98.1%), indicating a high-need student population. In contrast, Red River Academic Academy is a smaller school with only 73 students, a predominantly African American student population (67.12%), and lower performance on LEAP tests compared to the parish and state averages, with some concerning proficiency rates, particularly in English Language Arts.

Both schools serve a high-need student population, with the majority of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, highlighting the socioeconomic challenges faced by these schools. The significant performance gap between the two schools raises questions about the factors contributing to this disparity, such as resource allocation, teaching quality, or other school-level factors. Additionally, the difference in racial composition and school size may also be areas for further investigation to understand their potential impact on student outcomes and the school environment.