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M.r. Weaver Elementary School

Elementary School · Natchitoches Parish

520 St.Maurice Lane, Natchitoches, LA 71457

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

3rd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#766 of 1,288

In Natchitoches

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#11 of 13

Natchitoches Parish

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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M.r. Weaver Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Natchitoches · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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6.3/10

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About M.r. Weaver Elementary School

M.r. Weaver Elementary School is a public elementary school in Natchitoches, LA, part of Natchitoches Parish. M.r.

Weaver Elementary School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. M.r. Weaver Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #766 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for M.r. Weaver Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at M.r. Weaver 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.9 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,838
Chronic Absenteeism35.7%

M.r. Weaver Elementary School — Students at M.r. Weaver Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.4% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.5% (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
47%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
15%
2025
Math
26%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How M.r. Weaver Elementary School Compares

See how M.r. Weaver Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in LA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.7%

Location

520 St.Maurice Lane, Natchitoches, LA 71457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering M.r. Weaver Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School (rated 8.9/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Marthaville), which scores notably higher. Another option is N.S.U. Elementary Lab School (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairview-Alpha Elementary & Junior High School (rated 8.0/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Campti), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Natchitoches, see our Natchitoches schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.0 mi
School Distance Rating
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School Natchitoches 0.2 mi 6.9
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Natchitoches 0.6 mi 6.3
N.S.U. Elementary Lab School Natchitoches 1.4 mi 8.8
Louisiana School for Math Science & the Arts Natchitoches 1.4 mi 9.5
L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School Natchitoches 1.6 mi 7.2
Natchitoches Parish Technical and Career Center Natchitoches 1.6 mi 4.7
Natchitoches Jr. High School Natchitoches 1.7 mi 8.9
N.S.U. Middle Lab School Natchitoches 1.8 mi 9.2
Natchitoches Central High School Natchitoches 2.3 mi 7.8
OASIS OF LOVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Natchitoches 2.7 mi 6.2
Lakeview Jr./Sr. High School Campti 11.0 mi 6.9
Provencal Elementary & Junior High School Provencal 10.6 mi 7.6
Fairview-Alpha Elementary & Junior High School Campti 12.8 mi 8.0
Montgomery High School Montgomery 12.7 mi 6.2
Goldonna Elementary & Junior High School Goldonna 20.1 mi 4.2
Verda Elementary School Montgomery 18.5 mi 4.9
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School Marthaville 19.0 mi 8.9
Red River Academic Academy Coushatta 22.3 mi 7.9
Red River High School Coushatta 22.9 mi 5.6
Red River Junior High School Coushatta 23.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,410

Median Home Value

$194,200

Median Rent

$801/mo

Population

25,485

College Educated

29.2%

Homeownership

57.1%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

25.3%

Median Age

33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about M.r. Weaver Elementary School

What grades does M.r. Weaver Elementary School serve?

M.r. Weaver Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.

How many students attend M.r. Weaver Elementary School?

M.r. Weaver Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at M.r. Weaver Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at M.r. Weaver Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does M.r. Weaver Elementary School rank in LA?

M.r. Weaver Elementary School ranks #766 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is M.r. Weaver Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

M.r. Weaver Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 M.r. Weaver Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, M.r. Weaver Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is M.r. Weaver Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is M.r. Weaver Elementary School a Title I school?

No, M.r. Weaver Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for M.r. Weaver Elementary School?

97.1% of students at M.r. Weaver 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Natchitoches Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.7%

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