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Tioga Elementary School

Elementary School · Rapides Parish

4310 Pardue Road, Ball, LA 71405

Enrollment

512

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#826 of 1,288

In Ball

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#37 of 43

Rapides Parish

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Tioga Elementary School

5.7/10

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

Tioga High School

6.8/10

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9.3/10

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About Tioga Elementary School

Tioga Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ball, LA, part of Rapides Parish. Tioga Elementary School serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tioga Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #826 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Tioga Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.5% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,720
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Tioga Elementary School — Students at Tioga Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.4% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 63.4% (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
82%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2025
Math
35%
ELA
51.5%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Tioga Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in LA
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

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

4310 Pardue Road, Ball, LA 71405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tioga Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acadian Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alma Redwine Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paradise Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ball, see our Ball schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Tioga High School Tioga 0.7 mi 6.8
Tioga Junior High School Tioga 0.8 mi 9.3
Paradise Elementary School Ball 1.0 mi 7.4
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center Pineville 1.4 mi 7.1
Pineville Junior High School Pineville 2.5 mi 8.7
Ball Elementary School Ball 2.8 mi 7.1
Lessie Moore Elementary School Pineville 3.0 mi 4.6
Pineville High School Pineville 3.1 mi 7.1
J.I. Barron Sr. Elementary School Pineville 3.3 mi 6.1
Mary Goff Elementary School Pineville 3.5 mi 7.2
Pineville Elementary School Pineville 3.9 mi 6.3
ALPINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pineville 4.0 mi 7.0
Peabody Montessori Elementary School Alexandria 5.4 mi 6.8
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School Alexandria 5.7 mi 5.1
Peabody Magnet High School Alexandria 6.0 mi 6.4
OUR LADY-PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL Alexandria 5.9 mi 4.7
Alma Redwine Elementary Alexandria 6.0 mi 7.6
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School Alexandria 6.2 mi 7.6
Acadian Elementary Alexandria 6.2 mi 7.7
MONTESSORI EDUCATIONAL CENTER Alexandria 5.7 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,744

Median Home Value

$176,900

Median Rent

$1,146/mo

Population

5,384

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

85.1%

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tioga Elementary School

What grades does Tioga Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Tioga Elementary School?

Tioga Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Tioga Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tioga Elementary School rank in LA?

Tioga Elementary School ranks #826 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Tioga Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tioga Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Tioga Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tioga Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Tioga Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Tioga Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

80.7% of students at Tioga 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Rapides Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

Rapides Parish
District Enrollment
22,546
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,720
District Rank
#37 of 43

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