Excellent

#115 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 9% in state

N.s.u. Elementary Lab School

Elementary School · Natchitoches Parish

#1 Caldwell NSU Campus-W EastonBldg, Natchitoches, LA 71497

Last updated: May 2026

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated
2022-23

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Natchitoches

#4 of 9

public schools

Louisiana elementary schools

#58 of 703

In district

#6 of 13

Natchitoches Parish

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About N.s.u. Elementary Lab School

N.s.u. Elementary Lab School is a public elementary school in Natchitoches, LA, part of the Natchitoches Parish. The school serves approximately 300 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1.

It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91.1th percentile among LA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 80% proficiency in math, 44 points above the state average and 80% in reading/language arts, 37 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.6/10).

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $2,499, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.6Exceptional50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data4

Annual Change-1.07 pts/yr

Data Period2019–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics8.9Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency72%

Reading/ELA Proficiency77%

Math vs. State Avg+36 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+34.1 pts

Overall Proficiency75%

Expected (poverty-adj.)67%

vs. Expected+7.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile83th

College Readiness—Not Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1

Per-Pupil Spending$15,353

N.s.u. Elementary Lab School — Students at N.s.u. Elementary Lab School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.8%

School

State

35.9%

ELA Proficiency 80.3%

School

State

43.0%

Based on 18 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2021*

Math

67%

ELA

77%

2022

Math

72%

ELA

77%

2025

Math

82.7%

ELA

80.3%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How N.s.u. Elementary Lab School Compares

See how N.s.u. Elementary Lab School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.3/10

91th percentile in LA

Academic

8.9/10

Growth

9.6/10

Above average

Environment

4.1/10

Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

31%

Teaching Staff

18:1 student-teacher ratio

17 teachers

Performance Trends

Math proficiency has declined from 92% (2019) to 72% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 87% (2019) to 77% (2022).

Location

#1 Caldwell NSU Campus-W EastonBldg, Natchitoches, LA 71497

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering N.s.u. Elementary Lab School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Provencal Elementary & Junior High School (rated 9.0/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Provencal), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School (rated 8.7/10, 18.0 miles away, in nearby Marthaville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Red River Academic Academy (rated 8.1/10, 22.5 miles away, in nearby Coushatta), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Natchitoches, see our Natchitoches schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Louisiana School for Math Science & the Arts Natchitoches	0.3 mi	268	8.9
N.S.U. Middle Lab School Natchitoches	0.7 mi	173	8.6
Natchitoches Central High School Natchitoches	1.0 mi	1,211	6.9
M.R. Weaver Elementary School Natchitoches	1.4 mi	378	8.0
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School Natchitoches	1.5 mi	412	7.5
Natchitoches Parish Technical and Career Center Natchitoches	1.6 mi	180	6.6
OASIS OF LOVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Natchitoches	1.8 mi	51	6.2
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Natchitoches	1.8 mi	297	6.3
L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School Natchitoches	2.1 mi	731	7.3
Natchitoches Jr. High School Natchitoches	2.2 mi	374	9.7
Provencal Elementary & Junior High School Provencal	9.3 mi	497	9.0
Lakeview Jr./Sr. High School Campti	12.0 mi	301	8.3
Fairview-Alpha Elementary & Junior High School Campti	13.5 mi	295	7.4
Montgomery High School Montgomery	13.0 mi	264	5.8
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School Marthaville	18.0 mi	226	8.7
Verda Elementary School Montgomery	19.2 mi	237	4.6
Goldonna Elementary & Junior High School Goldonna	21.5 mi	127	5.0
Red River Academic Academy Coushatta	22.5 mi	50	8.1
Red River High School Coushatta	23.2 mi	351	6.9
Red River Junior High School Coushatta	23.2 mi	258	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71497 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$2,499

Population

1,729

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

3.6%

Poverty Rate

95.3%

Median Age

19.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding N.s.u. Elementary Lab School has a median household income of $2,499. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 95.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Chackbay Elementary School Thibodaux, LA	362	8.3
Grand Caillou Elementary School Houma, LA	384	8.3
Raceland Upper Elementary School Raceland, LA	288	8.3
Ray St. Pierre Academy for Advanced Studies Westwego, LA	359	8.4
Bourg Elementary School Bourg, LA	372	8.2
Caroline Dormon Junior High School Woodworth, LA	383	8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about N.s.u. Elementary Lab School

What grades does N.s.u. Elementary Lab School serve?

N.s.u. Elementary Lab School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend N.s.u. Elementary Lab School?

N.s.u. Elementary Lab School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at N.s.u. Elementary Lab School?

The student-teacher ratio at N.s.u. Elementary Lab School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does N.s.u. Elementary Lab School rank in LA?

N.s.u. Elementary Lab School is ranked #115 out of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is N.s.u. Elementary Lab School's MySchoolScout rating?

N.s.u. Elementary Lab School has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at N.s.u. Elementary Lab School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, N.s.u. Elementary Lab School has 79.8% math proficiency and 80.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is N.s.u. Elementary Lab School a charter school?

No, N.s.u. Elementary Lab School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is N.s.u. Elementary Lab School a Title I school?

No, N.s.u. Elementary Lab School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for N.s.u. Elementary Lab School?

31.3% of students at N.s.u. Elementary Lab 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: 47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 37 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety: High (5,300/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Natchitoches). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 300
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 17
Free/Reduced Lunch: 31.3%
Type: regular
Setting: Remote Town
County: Natchitoches Parish
Phone: (318) 238-6385
Data Year: 2023–2024

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District

Natchitoches Parish

District Enrollment: 5,205
Schools in District: 13
Per-Pupil Spending: $15,838
District Rank: #6 of 13

Other Schools in This District

Natchitoches Jr. High School 9.7 Provencal Elementary & Junior High School 9.0 Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School 8.7 N.S.U. Middle Lab School 8.6 Lakeview Jr./Sr. High School 8.3

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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Data sources

NCES CCDSY 2022-23 LA LEAP2024-25 NCES EdFacts2019–2022 Census ACS2019-2023 MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

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