Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Boley Elementary School's student population of 279 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2022
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to focus on every child, every day, in a safe and engaging learning environment.
School Rankings
Boley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boley Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
50%
42%
White
35%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boley Elementary School's ranking?
Boley Elementary School is ranked #159 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Boley Elementary School often compared to?
Boley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Drew Elementary School, Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Boley Elementary School?
279 students attend Boley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Boley Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boley Elementary School?
Boley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Boley Elementary School offer ?
Boley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boley Elementary School part of?
Boley Elementary School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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