Very Good
#405 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 31% in state
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School
Elementary School · Lafayette Parish
801 Mudd Ave., Lafayette, LA 70501
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#405 of 1,288
In Lafayette
#11 of 28
public schools
In district
#20 of 43
Lafayette Parish
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School
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About Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lafayette, LA, part of Lafayette Parish.
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #405 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School — Students at Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 18 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School Compares
See how Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
801 Mudd Ave., Lafayette, LA 70501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Myrtle Place Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow Charter Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alice N. Boucher Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,723
Median Home Value
$117,200
Median Rent
$867/mo
Population
26,956
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
42.3%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
38.4%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School
What grades does Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School serve?
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School?
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School rank in LA?
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School ranks #405 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary 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 Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School?
92.1% of students at Dr. Raphael A. Baranco 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 291
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Lafayette Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (337) 521-7500
Resources & Links
District
Lafayette Parish- District Enrollment
- 30,991
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,386
- District Rank
- #20 of 43
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