Very Good
#324 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 25% in state
Woodlawn Elementary
Elementary School · East Baton Rouge Parish
8160 Antioch Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#324 of 1,288
In Baton Rouge
#18 of 94
public schools
In district
#15 of 79
East Baton Rouge Parish
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Woodlawn Elementary
Woodlawn Elementary is a public elementary school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Woodlawn Elementary serves approximately 709 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlawn Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodlawn Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Woodlawn Elementary — Students at Woodlawn Elementary score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.5%
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: 7.5/10.
How Woodlawn Elementary Compares
See how Woodlawn 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
8160 Antioch Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodlawn Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bullion Primary School (rated 9.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Prairieville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Grove Primary School (rated 9.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Prairieville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shenandoah Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 miNeighborhood 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 Woodlawn Elementary
What grades does Woodlawn Elementary serve?
Woodlawn Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Woodlawn Elementary?
Woodlawn Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 709 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodlawn Elementary rank in LA?
Woodlawn Elementary ranks #324 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Woodlawn Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodlawn Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Woodlawn Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlawn Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Woodlawn Elementary a charter school?
No, Woodlawn Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodlawn Elementary a Title I school?
No, Woodlawn Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodlawn Elementary?
51.5% of students at Woodlawn 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 709
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.6%
- Phone
- (225) 756-3681
Resources & Links
District
East Baton Rouge Parish- District Enrollment
- 42,590
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,471
- District Rank
- #15 of 79
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