Average
#714 of 1,288 schools in LA
Grayson Elementary School
Elementary School · Caldwell Parish · Grayson, LA
A Caldwell Parish elementary school where students score 5 points below what's typical for similar communities.
5237 Highway 126 East, Grayson, LA 71435
- Math 22% proficient (2022)
- Reading 37% proficient (2022)
- 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Grayson Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. LA average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 38 points since 2019, to 30% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
Show all 14 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 53% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 61% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from LA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
74.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Grayson Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 15Car-Dependent
- Bike 30Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Elevated1,244/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · county context, not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$69,792
Median home value
$137,300
Median rent
$899/mo
College educated
14.9%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty rate
22%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 71435; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Bethel Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | 5.1 | K–12 | 5.0 mi | 77 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Caldwell Parish
- Schools in district
- 5
- Rank in district
- #4 of 5
- District spending per student
- $17,637NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 30.7%Census SAIPE · 2024
Grayson Elementary School is listed in Caldwell Parish; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Grayson Elementary School
Grayson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grayson, LA, part of Caldwell Parish, serving approximately 234 students in grades Kindergarten-1st with a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #714 of 1,288 schools in LA. State assessment records show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Grayson Elementary School
What grades does Grayson Elementary School serve?
Grayson Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Grayson Elementary School?
Grayson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grayson Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grayson Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grayson Elementary School rank in LA?
Grayson Elementary School ranks #714 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Grayson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grayson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Grayson Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grayson Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Grayson Elementary School a charter school?
No, Grayson Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grayson Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Grayson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grayson Elementary School?
74.4% of students at Grayson 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 234
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Caldwell Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (318) 649-2703
- Area population (ZIP 71435)
- 3,533
- Area median age
- 45.5
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 71435; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.