Average
#603 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 47% in state
Melrose Elementary School
Elementary School · East Baton Rouge Parish
1348 Valcour St, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#603 of 1,288
In Baton Rouge
#35 of 94
public schools
In district
#30 of 79
East Baton Rouge Parish
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Melrose Elementary School
Melrose Elementary School is a public elementary school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Melrose Elementary School serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Melrose Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #603 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Melrose Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Melrose 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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Melrose Elementary School — Students at Melrose Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.4%
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: 9.1/10.
How Melrose Elementary School Compares
See how Melrose Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1348 Valcour St, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melrose Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belfair Montessori School (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEO Prep Mid-City of Greater Baton Rouge (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BASIS Baton Rouge Primary Mid City (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,430
Median Home Value
$321,400
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
Population
28,551
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
42.9%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melrose Elementary School
What grades does Melrose Elementary School serve?
Melrose Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Melrose Elementary School?
Melrose Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melrose Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Melrose Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Melrose Elementary School rank in LA?
Melrose Elementary School ranks #603 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Melrose Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Melrose Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Melrose Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Melrose Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Melrose Elementary School a charter school?
No, Melrose Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Melrose Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Melrose Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Melrose Elementary School?
88.4% of students at Melrose 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
- 318
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.7%
- Phone
- (225) 926-2353
Resources & Links
District
East Baton Rouge Parish- District Enrollment
- 42,590
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,471
- District Rank
- #30 of 79
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