Very Good
#407 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 32% in state
Based on limited data
A. E. Phillips Laboratory School
Elementary School · Lincoln Parish
Box 10168 Tech Station, Ruston, LA 71272
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#407 of 1,288
In Ruston
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#10 of 12
Lincoln Parish
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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A. E. Phillips Laboratory School
Elementary School in Ruston · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About A. E. Phillips Laboratory School
A. E. Phillips Laboratory School is a public elementary school in Ruston, LA, part of Lincoln Parish.
A. E. Phillips Laboratory School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. E. Phillips Laboratory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for A. E. Phillips Laboratory School show 92% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).
Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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A. E. Phillips Laboratory School — Students at A. E. Phillips Laboratory School score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 25 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
How A. E. Phillips Laboratory School Compares
See how A. E. Phillips Laboratory School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
Box 10168 Tech Station, Ruston, LA 71272
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. E. Phillips Laboratory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hillcrest Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glen View Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ruston Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ruston, see our Ruston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ruston High School Ruston | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| I.A. Lewis School Ruston | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RUSTON Ruston | 1.1 mi | — |
| Howard School Ruston | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Cypress Springs Elementary School Ruston | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Glen View Elementary School Ruston | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Ruston Elementary School Ruston | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ruston | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Ruston Junior High School Ruston | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Hillcrest Elementary School Ruston | 2.2 mi | 9.6 |
| CEDAR CREEK SCHOOL Ruston | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Preparatory School Grambling | 2.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Choudrant High School Choudrant | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Simsboro High School Simsboro | 8.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Choudrant Elementary School Choudrant | 8.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Dubach School Dubach | 11.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Quitman High School Quitman | 13.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Downsville Community Charter School Downsville | 15.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Arcadia High School Arcadia | 15.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Crawford Elementary School Arcadia | 15.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71272 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
2,035
College Educated
80%
Median Age
19.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anacoco Elementary School Anacoco, LA | 7.2 |
| Belle Chasse Primary School Belle Chasse, LA | 7.2 |
| Berwick Elementary School Berwick, LA | 7.2 |
| Branch Elementary School Branch, LA | 7.2 |
| Broadmoor Elementary School Houma, LA | 7.2 |
| Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School Lafayette, LA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. E. Phillips Laboratory School
What grades does A. E. Phillips Laboratory School serve?
A. E. Phillips Laboratory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend A. E. Phillips Laboratory School?
A. E. Phillips Laboratory School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. E. Phillips Laboratory School?
The student-teacher ratio at A. E. Phillips Laboratory School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. E. Phillips Laboratory School rank in LA?
A. E. Phillips Laboratory School ranks #407 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is A. E. Phillips Laboratory School's MySchoolScout rating?
A. E. Phillips Laboratory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. E. Phillips Laboratory School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. E. Phillips Laboratory School has 92% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).
Is A. E. Phillips Laboratory School a charter school?
No, A. E. Phillips Laboratory School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. E. Phillips Laboratory School a Title I school?
No, A. E. Phillips Laboratory School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. E. Phillips Laboratory School?
10.8% of students at A. E. Phillips Laboratory School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lincoln Parish
- Phone
- (318) 257-3469
Resources & Links
District
Lincoln Parish- District Enrollment
- 5,803
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,353
- District Rank
- #10 of 12
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