Bains Lower Elementary School
318 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - K
School Overview
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.
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.
318
Total Students
17.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 201 |
| Hispanic | 6 |
| Black | 99 |
| Two or More | 12 |
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White201 (63.2 %)
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Black99 (31.1 %)
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Two or More12 (3.8 %)
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Hispanic6 (1.9 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | West Feliciana Parish |
| Phone: | (225)635-4696 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - K |
| Total Students: | 318 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 106 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 9 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
145
Kindergarten
173
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 145 |
| Kindergarten | 173 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 165 | 51.9% |
| Male | 153 | 48.1% |
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