Excellent
#78 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 6% in state
N.s.u. Elementary Lab School
Elementary School · Natchitoches Parish
#1 Caldwell NSU Campus-W EastonBldg, Natchitoches, LA 71497
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#78 of 1,288
In Natchitoches
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 13
Natchitoches Parish
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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N.s.u. Elementary Lab School
Elementary School in Natchitoches · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About N.s.u. Elementary Lab School
N.s.u. Elementary Lab School is a public elementary school in Natchitoches, LA, part of Natchitoches Parish. N.s.u.
Elementary Lab School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. N.s.u. Elementary Lab School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #78 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for N.s.u. Elementary Lab School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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N.s.u. Elementary Lab School — Students at N.s.u. Elementary Lab School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
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.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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. Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School (rated 8.9/10, 18.0 miles away, in nearby Marthaville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Fairview-Alpha Elementary & Junior High School (rated 8.0/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Campti), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Red River Academic Academy (rated 7.9/10, 22.5 miles away, in nearby Coushatta), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Natchitoches, see our Natchitoches schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.2 miNeighborhood 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
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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 ranks #78 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 current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 N.s.u. Elementary Lab School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, N.s.u. Elementary Lab School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.7%
- Phone
- (318) 238-6385
Resources & Links
District
Natchitoches Parish- District Enrollment
- 5,205
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,838
- District Rank
- #4 of 13
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