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Morehouse Elementary School
Elementary School · Morehouse Parish
1001 West Madison Avenue, Bastrop, LA 71220
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,274 of 1,288
In Bastrop
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Morehouse Parish
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Morehouse Elementary School
Elementary School in Bastrop · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Morehouse Elementary School
Morehouse Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bastrop, LA, part of Morehouse Parish. Morehouse Elementary School serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Morehouse Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,274 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Morehouse Elementary School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.1
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Morehouse Elementary School — Students at Morehouse Elementary School score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 86%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 44 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: 2.7/10.
How Morehouse Elementary School Compares
See how Morehouse Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1001 West Madison Avenue, Bastrop, LA 71220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morehouse Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sallie Humble Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sterlington Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Sterlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Swartz Lower Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bastrop, see our Bastrop schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Morehouse Magnet School Bastrop | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Bastrop High School Bastrop | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ACADEMY Bastrop | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Delta Elementary School Mer Rouge | 6.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Beekman Charter School Bastrop | 10.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Sterlington Middle School Sterlington | 10.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Sterlington Elementary School Sterlington | 11.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Sterlington High School Monroe | 12.0 mi | 7.7 |
| East Ouachita Middle School Monroe | 13.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Swartz Lower Elementary School Monroe | 14.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Swartz Upper Elementary School Monroe | 15.2 mi | 3.9 |
| OUACHITA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Monroe | 14.9 mi | 5.4 |
| RIVER OAKS SCHOOL Monroe | 16.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Jack Hayes Elementary School Monroe | 17.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Cypress Point Elementary School Monroe | 17.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Lakeshore School Monroe | 18.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Ouachita Parish High School Monroe | 19.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Ouachita Junior High School Monroe | 19.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ST FREDERICK HIGH SCHOOL Monroe | 19.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Sallie Humble Elementary School Monroe | 19.1 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,186
Median Home Value
$100,400
Median Rent
$819/mo
Population
20,426
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
30.8%
Median Age
38.1
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| Bethune/Oak Park Elementary Shreveport, LA | 2.8 |
| Baker Heights Elementary School Baker, LA | 2.6 |
| Einstein Charter School at Village De L'Est New Orleans, LA | 3.0 |
| CATHEDRAL-CARMEL SCHOOL Lafayette, LA | 2.5 |
| Laureate Academy Charter School Harvey, LA | 2.5 |
| Einstein Charter at Sherwood Forest New Orleans, LA | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morehouse Elementary School
What grades does Morehouse Elementary School serve?
Morehouse Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Morehouse Elementary School?
Morehouse Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morehouse Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morehouse Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morehouse Elementary School rank in LA?
Morehouse Elementary School ranks #1,274 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Morehouse Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morehouse Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Morehouse Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morehouse Elementary School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Morehouse Elementary School a charter school?
No, Morehouse Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morehouse Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Morehouse Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morehouse Elementary School?
6.5% of students at Morehouse 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 589
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Morehouse Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (318) 281-0776
Resources & Links
District
Morehouse Parish- District Enrollment
- 3,322
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,560
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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