BAINS LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bains Lower Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West Feliciana Parish school district, located in St. Francisville, LA with about 451 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 1st Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, Bains Lower Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bains Lower Elementary School, located in the historic town of St. Francisville, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the West Feliciana Parish School District. As a "lower" elementary school, it typically focuses on the academic and social development of children in the earliest stages of their schooling, generally encompassing grades ranging from pre-kindergarten through second grade. The school is known for being part of a high-performing district that emphasizes a supportive, community-centered approach to education, fostering a nurturing environment designed to build early literacy, numeracy, and foundational social skills.

Situated on Bains Road, the school functions as a cornerstone of the local community, reflecting the small-town charm and civic pride characteristic of St. Francisville. Because it operates within the West Feliciana Parish system—which frequently earns top-tier state rankings—Bains Lower Elementary is highly regarded for its dedicated faculty, focus on individualized student growth, and commitment to preparing young learners for the rigors of upper elementary education. The school's mission centers on creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere where students can establish a lifelong love for learning during their most formative years.

For more information, contact Bains Lower Elementary School at (225) 635-4696 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.