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#1247 of 1,288 schools in LA
Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary
Elementary School · City of Monroe School District
4200 Elm Street, Monroe, LA 71203
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,247 of 1,288
In Monroe
#33 of 34
public schools
In district
#19 of 19
City of Monroe School District
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary
Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary is a public elementary school in Monroe, LA, part of City of Monroe School District. Roy Neal Shelling Sr.
Elementary serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,247 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary — Students at Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
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: 2.0/10.
How Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary Compares
See how Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary 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
4200 Elm Street, Monroe, LA 71203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sallie Humble Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Swayze Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monroe, see our Monroe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sherrouse School Monroe | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Carroll Junior High School Monroe | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Ouachita Junior High School Monroe | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| New Vision Learning Academy Monroe | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Carroll High School Monroe | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Monroe | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PREVAILING FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Monroe | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Wossman High School Monroe | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST FREDERICK HIGH SCHOOL Monroe | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Martin Luther King Junior High School Monroe | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Carver Elementary School Monroe | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Minnie Ruffin Elementary School Monroe | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Sallie Humble Elementary School Monroe | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Lakeshore School Monroe | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Monroe | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Clara Hall Accelerated School Monroe | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Swayze Elementary School Monroe | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School Monroe | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Berg Jones Elementary School Monroe | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Cypress Point Elementary School Monroe | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,822
Median Home Value
$181,200
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
38,770
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Delta Elementary School Mer Rouge, LA | 3.4 |
| Fannie C. Williams Charter School New Orleans, LA | 3.4 |
| Riser Elementary School West Monroe, LA | 3.4 |
| Independence Leadership Academy Independence, LA | 3.5 |
| J. S. Clark Elementary School Shreveport, LA | 3.5 |
| Winnsboro Elementary School Winnsboro, LA | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary
What grades does Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary serve?
Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary?
Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary rank in LA?
Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary ranks #1,247 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary a charter school?
No, Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary a Title I school?
No, Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary?
90.4% of students at Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary 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
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ouachita Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (318) 322-9533
Resources & Links
District
City of Monroe School District- District Enrollment
- 8,683
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,090
- District Rank
- #19 of 19
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