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#134 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 10% in state

Green T. Lindon Elementary School

Elementary School · Lafayette Parish

603 Avenue B, Youngsville, LA 70592

Enrollment

690

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#134 of 1,288

In Youngsville

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 43

Lafayette Parish

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Green T. Lindon Elementary School

8.4/10

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

Youngsville Middle School

6.9/10

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4.0/10

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About Green T. Lindon Elementary School

Green T. Lindon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Youngsville, LA, part of Lafayette Parish. Green T.

Lindon Elementary School serves approximately 690 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Green T. Lindon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Green T. Lindon Elementary School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.3% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+37 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.4 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+17.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,386
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Green T. Lindon Elementary School — Students at Green T. Lindon Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 77.7% (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
88%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2018
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2019
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2025
Math
73%
ELA
64.3%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Green T. Lindon Elementary School Compares

See how Green T. Lindon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
90th percentile in LA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

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

603 Avenue B, Youngsville, LA 70592

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Green T. Lindon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leblanc Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Abbeville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ernest Gallet Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Broadmoor Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Youngsville, see our Youngsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Youngsville Middle School Youngsville 0.3 mi 6.9
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy Youngsville 0.5 mi 4.0
ASCENSION EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Youngsville 1.3 mi 6.5
Ernest Gallet Elementary School Youngsville 1.4 mi 8.4
Southside High School Youngsville 1.6 mi 5.0
Broussard Middle School Broussard 2.9 mi 7.3
Martial Billeaud Elementary School Broussard 3.0 mi 8.0
Katharine Drexel Elementary School Broussard 4.0 mi 6.7
ST CECILIA SCHOOL Broussard 4.2 mi 4.4
ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lafayette 4.4 mi 5.0
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF ACADIANA Lafayette 4.8 mi 6.2
O. Comeaux High School Lafayette 4.8 mi 5.6
Milton Elementary School Milton 4.8 mi 7.9
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY LAFAYETTE CAMPUS Lafayette 5.0 mi 7.0
Corporal Michael Middlebrook Elementary School Lafayette 5.5 mi 6.6
Leblanc Elementary School Abbeville 6.3 mi 8.6
Coteau Elementary School New Iberia 6.0 mi 8.0
Broadmoor Elementary School Lafayette 6.5 mi 8.3
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF ACADIANA Lafayette 7.2 mi 6.8
Edgar Martin Middle School Lafayette 6.9 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70592 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,453

Median Home Value

$239,000

Median Rent

$1,106/mo

Population

31,608

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

33.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Eastside Elementary School Denham Springs, LA 8.4
Ernest Gallet Elementary School Youngsville, LA 8.4
Frasch Elementary School Sulphur, LA 8.4
Iberville Elementary School Plaquemine, LA 8.4
North Live Oak Elementary School Watson, LA 8.4
Sallie Humble Elementary School Monroe, LA 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Green T. Lindon Elementary School

What grades does Green T. Lindon Elementary School serve?

Green T. Lindon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Green T. Lindon Elementary School?

Green T. Lindon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 690 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Green T. Lindon Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Green T. Lindon Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Green T. Lindon Elementary School rank in LA?

Green T. Lindon Elementary School ranks #134 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Green T. Lindon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Green T. Lindon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Green T. Lindon Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Green T. Lindon Elementary School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Green T. Lindon Elementary School a charter school?

No, Green T. Lindon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Green T. Lindon Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Green T. Lindon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Green T. Lindon Elementary School?

53.2% of students at Green T. Lindon 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
690
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Lafayette Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

Lafayette Parish
District Enrollment
30,991
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,386
District Rank
#4 of 43

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