The top reported proficiency rate is 29% in English language arts. The lowest is 10% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on Bernard Terrace Elementary School
Bernard Terrace Elementary School serves students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Baton Rouge, as part of the East Baton Rouge Parish school system. It is a regular public school, not a charter or magnet. The student body is small, and the overwhelming majority of students are Black. A substantial share of students come from low-income households, as measured by eligibility for free or reduced-price meals.
The school’s academic results on the Louisiana LEAP 2025 assessments show that a modest share of students scored at the proficient level or above in English language arts, while a smaller share did so in math. Proficiency rates in science and social studies were both lower. Participation on test day was nearly complete. Because this is a single year of data and no prior year is available for comparison, there is no way to gauge whether performance is improving, holding steady, or declining. A parent may want to ask the school directly about academic trends.
Compared with other schools in East Baton Rouge Parish, Bernard Terrace’s overall proficiency index across tested subjects falls below the midpoint of the set. The data for this comparison covers a small number of schools, so the field is not large, but the pattern is clear.
Bernard Terrace is located in a residential area of Baton Rouge, a city that serves as the state capital and is home to Louisiana State University and Southern University. The neighborhood mix includes historic residential districts and newer suburban development, and the school itself occupies a site on a street near downtown. Housing values in the zip code are above the state average but in line with the national figure, and rents have been rising modestly. The city's economy blends state government, petrochemical industry, healthcare, and higher education, with LSU and the capital complex as major anchors. Daily life in Baton Rouge is mostly car-dependent, with walkable pockets near downtown and the university lakes.
The school itself has a small enrollment that is well-distributed across grades, with a slightly larger cohort in kindergarten and grade three. The grade span means there is no high school graduation data, and the school does not yet serve grades where a graduation rate would apply, so that metric is absent from the profile. Likewise, data on chronic absenteeism, disciplinary actions, and staffing levels were not provided, which limits a fuller picture of the school environment. A parent looking to understand classroom climate or teacher experience may want to visit or inquire with the office.
Program offerings such as arts, music, or extracurriculars were also not available in the data. This is common for a school profile that relies on state-reported metrics rather than a locally maintained directory. A family considering Bernard Terrace should visit the school’s website or contact the office directly to learn about enrichment activities, after-school options, and any specialized support services.
The East Baton Rouge Parish district itself has been the subject of reported searches for policy changes or financial referendums, but no such changes with a lasting parent impact were found in available material. That means the district context is stable on paper, though a family may want to check local news for any recent bond measures or school board decisions.
Bernard Terrace is a small elementary school in a large urban parish, serving a predominantly low-income student population. Its state test results are low relative to the parish average, particularly in science and social studies. For a family that values community closeness and a neighborhood school setting in the capital city, this school offers proximity and a modest scale. A family weighing academic outcomes above all else would want to look into the school’s curriculum, instructional support, and any recent improvement efforts before deciding.
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