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Bernard Terrace Elementary School

Elementary School · East Baton Rouge Parish

241 Edison Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Enrollment

245

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#843 of 1,288

In Baton Rouge

#41 of 94

public schools

In district

#36 of 79

East Baton Rouge Parish

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Bernard Terrace Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Baton Rouge · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bernard Terrace Elementary School

Bernard Terrace Elementary School is a public elementary school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Bernard Terrace Elementary School serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bernard Terrace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #843 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Bernard Terrace Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.9 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,471
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Bernard Terrace Elementary School — Students at Bernard Terrace Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
63%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
22.7%
ELA
29%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Bernard Terrace Elementary School Compares

See how Bernard Terrace Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in LA
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

241 Edison Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bernard Terrace Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is B. R. Foreign Language Acad. Immersion Magnet (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belfair Montessori School (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy Baton Rouge 0.5 mi 3.7
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Baton Rouge 0.7 mi 5.5
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 0.7 mi 5.1
Baton Rouge Magnet High School Baton Rouge 0.8 mi 9.0
ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY Baton Rouge 1.0 mi 5.4
Westdale Middle School Baton Rouge 1.0 mi 6.8
Capitol Elementary School Baton Rouge 1.1 mi 6.8
ST JOHN PRIMARY & SAINT THERESA MIDDLE Baton Rouge 1.2 mi 4.3
Melrose Elementary School Baton Rouge 1.2 mi 6.5
Capitol Middle School Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 3.5
Park Elementary School Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 6.7
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 9.5
B. R. Foreign Language Acad. Immersion Magnet Baton Rouge 1.4 mi 9.4
Belfair Montessori School Baton Rouge 1.5 mi 8.9
OUR LADY OF MERCY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 7.0
LOUISIANA NEW SCHOOL ACADEMY Baton Rouge 1.3 mi
The Dufrocq School Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 5.2
DIOCESE OF BATON ROUGE SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 7.7
OUR LADY-MERCY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 4.8
Dalton Elementary School A Redesign School Baton Rouge 2.1 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,430

Median Home Value

$321,400

Median Rent

$1,014/mo

Population

28,551

College Educated

40.3%

Homeownership

42.9%

Avg Commute

19.6 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Median Age

34.5

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Highland Elementary School West Monroe, LA 5.6
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ST MARY'S NATIVITY SCHOOL Raceland, LA 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bernard Terrace Elementary School

What grades does Bernard Terrace Elementary School serve?

Bernard Terrace Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bernard Terrace Elementary School?

Bernard Terrace Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bernard Terrace Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bernard Terrace Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bernard Terrace Elementary School rank in LA?

Bernard Terrace Elementary School ranks #843 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Bernard Terrace Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bernard Terrace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Bernard Terrace Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bernard Terrace Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bernard Terrace Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bernard Terrace Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bernard Terrace Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bernard Terrace Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bernard Terrace Elementary School?

83.7% of students at Bernard Terrace Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

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