Needs Improvement
#1229 of 1,288 schools in LA
L.s. Rugg Elementary School
Elementary School · Rapides Parish
1319 Bush Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,229 of 1,288
In Alexandria
#22 of 22
public schools
In district
#43 of 43
Rapides Parish
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L.s. Rugg Elementary School
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About L.s. Rugg Elementary School
L.s. Rugg Elementary School is a public elementary school in Alexandria, LA, part of Rapides Parish. L.s.
Rugg Elementary School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. L.s. Rugg Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,229 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for L.s. Rugg Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.6
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at L.s. Rugg 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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L.s. Rugg Elementary School — Students at L.s. Rugg Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.1/10.
How L.s. Rugg Elementary School Compares
See how L.s. Rugg Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1319 Bush Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering L.s. Rugg Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J.B. Nachman Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCES CABRINI SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alma Redwine Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,330
Median Home Value
$156,700
Median Rent
$919/mo
Population
17,266
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
49.7%
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
40
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Midway Elementary School Tickfaw, LA | 3.6 |
| William Hart Elementary School Gretna, LA | 3.6 |
| J. S. Clark Elementary School Shreveport, LA | 3.5 |
| Pine Grove Elementary School Shreveport, LA | 3.7 |
| Winnsboro Elementary School Winnsboro, LA | 3.5 |
| Woodland Park Magnet Hammond, LA | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about L.s. Rugg Elementary School
What grades does L.s. Rugg Elementary School serve?
L.s. Rugg Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend L.s. Rugg Elementary School?
L.s. Rugg Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at L.s. Rugg Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at L.s. Rugg Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does L.s. Rugg Elementary School rank in LA?
L.s. Rugg Elementary School ranks #1,229 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is L.s. Rugg Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
L.s. Rugg Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 L.s. Rugg Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, L.s. Rugg Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is L.s. Rugg Elementary School a charter school?
No, L.s. Rugg Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is L.s. Rugg Elementary School a Title I school?
No, L.s. Rugg Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L.s. Rugg Elementary School?
96.9% of students at L.s. Rugg 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rapides Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (318) 442-4536
Resources & Links
District
Rapides Parish- District Enrollment
- 22,546
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,720
- District Rank
- #43 of 43
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