Serving 731 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Math Proficiency: 21%
- Reading Proficiency: 36%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School's student population of 731 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)21%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)36%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
80%
41%
White
11%
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
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School often compared to?
L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Provencal Elementary & Junior High School, N.s.u. Elementary Lab School, M.r. Weaver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% LA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% LA state average).
How many students attend L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School?
731 students attend L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School?
L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School offer ?
L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School part of?
L.p. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School is part of Natchitoches Parish School District.
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