Serving 851 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Loranger 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 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Loranger Elementary School's student population of 851 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Loranger Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loranger Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#742 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
28%
41%
White
54%
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
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Loranger Elementary School's ranking?
Loranger Elementary School is ranked #742 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Loranger Elementary School?
851 students attend Loranger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Loranger Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loranger Elementary School?
Loranger Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Loranger Elementary School offer ?
Loranger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loranger Elementary School part of?
Loranger Elementary School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025Hi, this school is the best.5 10/10/2025I moved my family here after hurricane Katrina. The faculty, staff, and administration welcomed us with warm and inviting open arms. My child, who could not read has advanced greatly. Parents are always at the school working for the children. The teachers are great. The principal loves the kids a lot. My children love the lorangr schools. I love this country school too.3 10/10/2025I used to go to school at Loranger Elem. and let me say it's way better than Loranger Middle school. But they're saying No child left behind is a lie because I know a ton of people that needed help and didn't get it.Review Loranger Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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Hi, this school is the best.
I moved my family here after hurricane Katrina. The faculty, staff, and administration welcomed us with warm and inviting open arms. My child, who could not read has advanced greatly. Parents are always at the school working for the children. The teachers are great. The principal loves the kids a lot. My children love the lorangr schools. I love this country school too.
I used to go to school at Loranger Elem. and let me say it's way better than Loranger Middle school. But they're saying No child left behind is a lie because I know a ton of people that needed help and didn't get it.
Review Loranger Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
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