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#867 of 1,288 schools in LA
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Swartz Lower Elementary School
Elementary School · Ouachita Parish
235 Swartz School Rd, Monroe, LA 71203
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 32 schools in Monroe. Learn more
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#867 of 1,288
In Monroe
#17 of 34
public schools
In district
#24 of 36
Ouachita Parish
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Swartz Lower Elementary School
Elementary School in Monroe · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Swartz Lower Elementary School
Swartz Lower Elementary School is a public elementary school in Monroe, LA, part of Ouachita Parish. Swartz Lower Elementary School serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Swartz Lower Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #867 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Swartz Lower Elementary School Compares
See how Swartz Lower Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
235 Swartz School Rd, Monroe, LA 71203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Swartz Lower Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sallie Humble Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sterlington Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Sterlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Monroe, see our Monroe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Swartz Upper Elementary School Monroe | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| East Ouachita Middle School Monroe | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Cypress Point Elementary School Monroe | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Lakeshore School Monroe | 3.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Ouachita Parish High School Monroe | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| RIVER OAKS SCHOOL Monroe | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Jack Hayes Elementary School Monroe | 4.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Ouachita Junior High School Monroe | 4.8 mi | 6.4 |
| OUACHITA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Monroe | 5.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Sherrouse School Monroe | 5.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary Monroe | 5.8 mi | 3.4 |
| ST FREDERICK HIGH SCHOOL Monroe | 5.8 mi | 7.3 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Monroe | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Sallie Humble Elementary School Monroe | 6.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Sterlington Elementary School Sterlington | 6.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Carroll Junior High School Monroe | 6.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Sterlington High School Monroe | 6.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Carroll High School Monroe | 6.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PREVAILING FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Monroe | 6.4 mi | 6.1 |
| New Vision Learning Academy Monroe | 6.6 mi | 3.2 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| George Cox Elementary School Gretna, LA | 5.5 |
| Green Park Elementary School Metairie, LA | 5.5 |
| Highland Elementary School Baton Rouge, LA | 5.5 |
| M. J. Kaufman Elementary School Lake Charles, LA | 5.5 |
| Martin Park Elementary School Alexandria, LA | 5.5 |
| Pearl Watson Elementary School Lake Charles, LA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Swartz Lower Elementary School
What grades does Swartz Lower Elementary School serve?
Swartz Lower Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Swartz Lower Elementary School?
Swartz Lower Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Swartz Lower Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Swartz Lower Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Swartz Lower Elementary School rank in LA?
Swartz Lower Elementary School ranks #867 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Swartz Lower Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Swartz Lower Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Swartz Lower Elementary School a charter school?
No, Swartz Lower Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Swartz Lower Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Swartz Lower Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Swartz Lower Elementary School?
61.9% of students at Swartz Lower 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ouachita Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.5%
- Phone
- (318) 343-8883
Resources & Links
District
Ouachita Parish- District Enrollment
- 18,657
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,051
- District Rank
- #24 of 36
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