Excellent
#165 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 13% in state
Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts
Elementary School · East Baton Rouge Parish
7600 Boone Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#165 of 1,288
In Baton Rouge
#11 of 94
public schools
In district
#9 of 79
East Baton Rouge Parish
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts
Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts is a public elementary school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #165 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.0
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts — Students at Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts Compares
See how Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7600 Boone Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mayfair Laboratory School (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School (rated 9.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, B. R. Foreign Language Acad. Immersion Magnet (rated 9.4/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,078
Median Home Value
$392,600
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
36,513
College Educated
64.6%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
31.4
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| Central Primary School Gonzales, LA | 8.2 |
| Mandeville Elementary School Mandeville, LA | 8.2 |
| South Live Oak Elementary School Watson, LA | 8.2 |
| Wildwood Elementary School Baton Rouge, LA | 8.2 |
| Cypress Cove Elementary School Sulphur, LA | 8.1 |
| J.B. Nachman Elementary School Alexandria, LA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts
What grades does Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts serve?
Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts?
Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts rank in LA?
Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts ranks #165 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts a charter school?
No, Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts a Title I school?
No, Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts?
39.2% of students at Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 561
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.9%
- Phone
- (225) 344-0084
Resources & Links
District
East Baton Rouge Parish- District Enrollment
- 42,590
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,471
- District Rank
- #9 of 79
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