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#473 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 37% in state

Rosenwald Elementary School

Elementary School · Pointe Coupee Parish

1100 New Roads Street, New Roads, LA 70760

Enrollment

345

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#473 of 1,288

In district

#2 of 5

Pointe Coupee Parish

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Rosenwald Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in New Roads · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rosenwald Elementary School

Rosenwald Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Roads, LA, part of Pointe Coupee Parish. Rosenwald Elementary School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rosenwald Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #473 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Rosenwald Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Rosenwald Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

37% of students at Rosenwald 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 Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.2% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.9 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,733
Chronic Absenteeism36.5%

Rosenwald Elementary School — Students at Rosenwald Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.4% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 44 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
41%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
25%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
14.3%
ELA
19%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Rosenwald Elementary School Compares

See how Rosenwald Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in LA
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1100 New Roads Street, New Roads, LA 70760

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rosenwald Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Caneview K-8 School (rated 9.8/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Port Allen), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bains Lower Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby St. Francisville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Upper Pointe Coupee Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Batchelor), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Roads, see our New Roads schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.8 mi
School Distance Rating
FALSE RIVER ACADEMY New Roads 1.6 mi 7.2
Rougon Elementary School Rougon 7.6 mi 5.5
West Feliciana High School St. Francisville 8.9 mi 8.0
Bains Lower Elementary School St. Francisville 8.9 mi 8.0
West Feliciana Middle School St. Francisville 9.1 mi 8.1
Bains Elementary School St. Francisville 9.2 mi 6.5
Caneview K-8 School Port Allen 12.1 mi 9.8
Livonia High School Livonia 12.3 mi 5.3
Valverda Elementary School Maringouin 13.2 mi 5.9
North Iberville Elementary Rosedale 17.3 mi 6.3
North Iberville High School Rosedale 17.3 mi
Copper Mill Elementary/Middle School Zachary 15.3 mi 6.8
Eastern LA Mental System Jackson 15.9 mi
Upper Pointe Coupee Elementary School Batchelor 16.5 mi 7.5
East Feliciana High School Jackson 17.0 mi 7.8
Jackson Elementary School Jackson 17.0 mi 6.5
Zachary Elementary School Zachary 16.6 mi 6.9
Northwestern Elementary School Zachary 16.7 mi 6.9
Zachary High School Zachary 16.8 mi 6.7
Zachary Early Learning Center Zachary 16.8 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,050

Median Home Value

$137,200

Median Rent

$807/mo

Population

6,119

College Educated

12.1%

Homeownership

68.9%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

24.7%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rosenwald Elementary School

What grades does Rosenwald Elementary School serve?

Rosenwald Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Rosenwald Elementary School?

Rosenwald Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rosenwald Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rosenwald Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rosenwald Elementary School rank in LA?

Rosenwald Elementary School ranks #473 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Rosenwald Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rosenwald Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Rosenwald Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rosenwald Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rosenwald Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Rosenwald Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Rosenwald Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rosenwald Elementary School?

87.5% of students at Rosenwald 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Pointe Coupee Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

District

Pointe Coupee Parish
District Enrollment
2,590
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,733
District Rank
#2 of 5

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