Summary:
In zip code 71280, there is one elementary school, Sterlington Elementary School, serving grades PK through 5 in the Sterlington area of Louisiana.
Sterlington Elementary School is a standout institution, consistently earning a 4-star rating for three consecutive years and ranking in the top 20-22% of all Louisiana elementary schools. The school serves 800 students and is part of the Ouachita Parish school district, which holds a 3-star rating. Academically, the school outperforms both its district and the state in every tested subject for the 2025-2026 school year, with 82% proficiency in English Language Arts, 75% in Mathematics, and 68% in Social Studies. A key strength is its very low chronic absenteeism rate of 8.8%, dramatically lower than the district (18.5%) and state (22.5%) averages, indicating strong student engagement and effective attendance policies.
While the school's state percentile rank has slightly declined from the 89th to the 80th percentile over three years, its absolute test scores remain high and stable, suggesting other schools are improving at a faster pace rather than any decline in performance. The school serves a significant population of economically disadvantaged students (44.62% eligible for free/reduced lunch) yet achieves exceptional academic results, highlighting its effectiveness in providing a high-quality education for all. Social Studies is a relative area for growth, particularly in 5th grade (56% proficiency), while 3rd grade performance is exceptional, with 84% proficiency in ELA and 80% in Math. Overall, Sterlington Elementary School offers a high-performing educational environment with a strong focus on attendance and academic excellence.
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