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#1088 of 1,288 schools in LA

Grolee Elementary School

Elementary School · St. Landry Parish

1540 West Grolee Street, Opelousas, LA 70570

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,088 of 1,288

In Opelousas

#9 of 12

public schools

In district

#27 of 32

St. Landry Parish

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Grolee Elementary School

4.6/10

Elementary School in Opelousas · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Js Clark Leadership Academy

3.9/10

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St. Landry Charter School

6.6/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Grolee Elementary School

Grolee Elementary School is a public elementary school in Opelousas, LA, part of St. Landry Parish. Grolee Elementary School serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Grolee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,088 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Grolee Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.5% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.9 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,349
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Grolee Elementary School — Students at Grolee Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.4% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 36 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
53%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2025
Math
16.5%
ELA
27%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Grolee Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
16th percentile in LA
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

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

1540 West Grolee Street, Opelousas, LA 70570

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grolee Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is St. Landry Charter School (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Leonville Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Leonville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Opelousas, see our Opelousas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
JS Clark Leadership Academy Opelousas 0.4 mi 3.9
St. Landry Charter School Opelousas 0.9 mi 6.6
Opelousas Junior High School Opelousas 1.2 mi 4.6
Opelousas Middle School Opelousas 1.4 mi 6.2
OPELOUSAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Opelousas 1.4 mi 5.7
Northeast Elementary School Opelousas 1.9 mi 4.8
Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts Opelousas 2.0 mi 8.4
FAMILY WORSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Opelousas 2.2 mi 5.3
Park Vista Elementary School Opelousas 2.2 mi 5.0
Creswell Middle School Opelousas 2.2 mi 7.9
Opelousas Senior High School Opelousas 3.2 mi 4.0
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Opelousas 5.4 mi 7.0
Plaisance Middle School Opelousas 5.9 mi 5.9
Washington Elementary School Washington 6.3 mi 7.4
Northwest High School Opelousas 5.9 mi 5.9
Lawtell Elementary School Lawtell 6.3 mi 4.8
Grand Coteau Elementary School Grand Coteau 8.7 mi 5.0
Ecole Saint-Landry Sunset 8.9 mi 4.5
ST IGNATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Coteau 8.8 mi 5.6
Leonville Elementary School Leonville 8.4 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,276

Median Home Value

$151,300

Median Rent

$764/mo

Population

37,188

College Educated

14.8%

Homeownership

70.9%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

23.9%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grolee Elementary School

What grades does Grolee Elementary School serve?

Grolee Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Grolee Elementary School?

Grolee Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grolee Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grolee Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grolee Elementary School rank in LA?

Grolee Elementary School ranks #1,088 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Grolee Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grolee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Grolee Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grolee Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Grolee Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Grolee Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

91.6% of students at Grolee 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
St. Landry Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

District

St. Landry Parish
District Enrollment
11,980
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,349
District Rank
#27 of 32

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