Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ruby-wise Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruby-wise Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ruby-wise Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Ruby-wise Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruby-wise Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#254 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
3%
42%
White
88%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruby-wise Elementary School's ranking?
Ruby-wise Elementary School is ranked #254 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ruby-wise Elementary School often compared to?
Ruby-wise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckeye Elementary School, J.i. Barron Sr. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Ruby-wise Elementary School?
410 students attend Ruby-wise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ruby-wise Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruby-wise Elementary School?
Ruby-wise Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ruby-wise Elementary School offer ?
Ruby-wise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruby-wise Elementary School part of?
Ruby-wise Elementary School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We love this school. Small,but the teachers are great!! They love their students. This is the only public school I would allow my children to go to.
5 10/10/2025
I ATTENDED RUBY WISE IN 1957. It IS BY FAR THE BEST SCHOOL I EVER ATTENDED. I WASN'THE POPULAR BUT THIS ONE TEACHER TOOK ME UNDER HER WINGS AND THEN I LOVED SCHOOL. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO SEE IF THIS TEACHER IS STILL LIVING. I'VE BEEN TRYING TO FIND OUT ANYTHING ABOUT HER, IF ANY OF YOU COULD CHECK ON THE SCHOOL RECORDS I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE IT. HER NAME IS RUTH O'NEAL.THANK YOU
Review Ruby-wise Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
