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J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School

Elementary School · Rapides Parish

43655 Trinity Church Road, Pineville, LA 71360

Enrollment

958

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#722 of 1,288

In Pineville

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#34 of 43

Rapides Parish

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Pineville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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7.1/10

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About J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School

J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pineville, LA, part of Rapides Parish.

J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School serves approximately 958 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #722 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • 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
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.2% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,720
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School — Students at J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.4% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 44 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
89%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2025
Math
42%
ELA
55.3%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School Compares

See how J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in LA
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

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

43655 Trinity Church Road, Pineville, LA 71360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acadian Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alma Redwine Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Phoenix Magnet Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pineville, see our Pineville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Pineville Junior High School Pineville 1.1 mi 8.7
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center Pineville 2.0 mi 7.1
Lessie Moore Elementary School Pineville 2.1 mi 4.6
Pineville High School Pineville 2.8 mi 7.1
Tioga Elementary School Ball 3.3 mi 5.7
Pineville Elementary School Pineville 3.0 mi 6.3
Acadian Elementary Alexandria 3.8 mi 7.7
Paradise Elementary School Ball 3.9 mi 7.4
Tioga High School Tioga 3.9 mi 6.8
Peabody Montessori Elementary School Alexandria 3.9 mi 6.8
Tioga Junior High School Tioga 4.1 mi 9.3
Peabody Magnet High School Alexandria 4.3 mi 6.4
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School Alexandria 4.4 mi 7.6
Rapides Training Academy Alexandria 4.9 mi 5.8
Alma Redwine Elementary Alexandria 4.8 mi 7.6
Ball Elementary School Ball 5.7 mi 7.1
Bolton High School Alexandria 5.2 mi 8.2
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School Alexandria 5.2 mi 5.1
OUR LADY-PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL Alexandria 5.2 mi 4.7
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School Alexandria 5.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,592

Median Home Value

$196,300

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

35,649

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

66.8%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School

What grades does J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School serve?

J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School?

J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 958 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School rank in LA?

J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School ranks #722 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

J.i. Barron Sr. 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 J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School a charter school?

No, J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School a Title I school?

No, J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School?

62.3% of students at J.i. Barron Sr. 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
958
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Rapides Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

District

Rapides Parish
District Enrollment
22,546
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,720
District Rank
#34 of 43

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