Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Lewis 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 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- 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
North Lewis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Lewis Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Lewis 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 North Lewis Elementary School is 0.49, 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
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
23%
42%
White
68%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Iberia Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lewis Elementary School's ranking?
North Lewis 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 North Lewis Elementary School often compared to?
North Lewis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loreauville Elementary School, Daspit Road 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 North Lewis Elementary School?
488 students attend North Lewis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Lewis Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Lewis Elementary School?
North Lewis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Lewis Elementary School offer ?
North Lewis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Lewis Elementary School part of?
North Lewis Elementary School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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