Serving 380 students in grades 3-5, Swartz Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Swartz Upper Elementary School's student population of 380 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Swartz Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swartz Upper Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#511 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
44%
41%
White
46%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Swartz Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Swartz Upper Elementary School is ranked #511 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Swartz Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Swartz Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Point Elementary School, Highland Elementary School, Lakeshore School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Swartz Upper Elementary School?
380 students attend Swartz Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Swartz Upper Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swartz Upper Elementary School?
Swartz Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swartz Upper Elementary School offer ?
Swartz Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swartz Upper Elementary School part of?
Swartz Upper Elementary School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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