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#886 of 1,288 schools in LA
Westminster Elementary School
Elementary School · East Baton Rouge Parish
8935 Westminster Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#886 of 1,288
In Baton Rouge
#45 of 94
public schools
In district
#40 of 79
East Baton Rouge Parish
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About Westminster Elementary School
Westminster Elementary School is a public elementary school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Westminster Elementary School serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Westminster Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #886 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Westminster Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Westminster 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 Westminster 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
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Westminster Elementary School — Students at Westminster Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 6.0/10.
How Westminster Elementary School Compares
See how Westminster Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8935 Westminster Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westminster Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mayfair Laboratory School (rated 9.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LUKES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BASIS Baton Rouge Primary Mid City (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70809 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,310
Median Home Value
$305,900
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
25,649
College Educated
54.6%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
38.6
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| Highland Elementary School Baton Rouge, LA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westminster Elementary School
What grades does Westminster Elementary School serve?
Westminster Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Westminster Elementary School?
Westminster Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westminster Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westminster Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westminster Elementary School rank in LA?
Westminster Elementary School ranks #886 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Westminster Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westminster Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Westminster Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westminster Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Westminster Elementary School a charter school?
No, Westminster Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westminster Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Westminster Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westminster Elementary School?
66.7% of students at Westminster 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 261
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (225) 927-2930
Resources & Links
District
East Baton Rouge Parish- District Enrollment
- 42,590
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,471
- District Rank
- #40 of 79
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