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Very Good

#271 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 21% in state

Shenandoah Elementary School

Elementary School · East Baton Rouge Parish

16555 Appomattox Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

Enrollment

656

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#271 of 1,288

In Baton Rouge

#15 of 94

public schools

In district

#13 of 79

East Baton Rouge Parish

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Shenandoah Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Baton Rouge · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Shenandoah Elementary School

Shenandoah Elementary School is a public elementary school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Shenandoah Elementary School serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Shenandoah Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #271 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Shenandoah Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.3% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+15.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,471
Chronic Absenteeism8.8%

Shenandoah Elementary School — Students at Shenandoah Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 77.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 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
84%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2019
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
51.3%
ELA
66.3%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Shenandoah Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in LA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

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

16555 Appomattox Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shenandoah Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodlawn Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Parkview Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JONES CREEK ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodlawn Middle School Baton Rouge 0.9 mi 8.2
ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL HIGH SCHOOL Baton Rouge 1.2 mi 6.6
Woodlawn Elementary Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 7.5
JONES CREEK ADVENTIST ACADEMY Baton Rouge 1.5 mi 6.8
Woodlawn High School Baton Rouge 1.6 mi 4.1
GREATER BATON ROUGE HOPE ACADEMY Baton Rouge 1.6 mi 7.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baton Rouge 2.3 mi 6.6
BASIS Baton Rouge Materra Campus Baton Rouge 2.2 mi 5.4
CROSS POINT BAPTIST SCHOOL Baton Rouge 2.5 mi 5.0
CROSSPOINT BAPTIST CHURCH Baton Rouge 2.5 mi 5.2
Southeast Middle School Baton Rouge 2.6 mi 5.8
Wedgewood Elementary School Baton Rouge 2.9 mi 3.8
Parkview Elementary School Baton Rouge 2.7 mi 7.1
EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL Baton Rouge 2.9 mi 7.4
THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Baton Rouge 2.7 mi 8.4
PARKVIEW BAPTIST SCHOOL Baton Rouge 2.9 mi 6.7
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SOUTH CAMPUS Baton Rouge 3.4 mi 6.6
BETHANY CHRISTAIN SCHOOL Baton Rouge 3.4 mi 4.4
Riveroaks Elementary School Baton Rouge 4.2 mi 5.2
Lewis Vincent Elementary School Denham Springs 4.3 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,878

Median Home Value

$288,400

Median Rent

$1,363/mo

Population

33,237

College Educated

50%

Homeownership

80.2%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

40.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shenandoah Elementary School

What grades does Shenandoah Elementary School serve?

Shenandoah Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Shenandoah Elementary School?

Shenandoah Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Shenandoah Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shenandoah Elementary School rank in LA?

Shenandoah Elementary School ranks #271 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Shenandoah Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shenandoah Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Shenandoah Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shenandoah Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Shenandoah Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Shenandoah Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

46.6% of students at Shenandoah 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

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