The top reported proficiency rate is 56% in English language arts. The lowest is 32% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on Levi Milton Elementary School
Levi Milton Elementary School serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Walker, a small city roughly twenty miles east of Baton Rouge. The school is part of Livingston Parish Public Schools, a district that has been expanding to keep pace with population growth. The city itself describes itself as a mix of residential community and commercial corridor, with a highway-oriented layout and business parks that have attracted new economic opportunities. Housing values in the area sit above the state average but below the national one, and the local rental market is such that a typical rent consumes about a fifth of the median household income, suggesting a moderately affordable market for families.
The school enrolls a substantial number of students for an elementary school, drawing from a student body that is predominantly white, with a smaller share of Black and Hispanic students and very small numbers of other racial groups. A substantial majority of the students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a community where many households face economic pressures. The school does not operate as a charter or magnet, and no Title I status was reported; parents may want to check with the school directly about the scope of its federal support programs.
On state assessments administered in the 2024-2025 school year, Levi Milton recorded full participation across all tested subjects. English language arts showed a stronger outcome, with a majority of students scoring at or above the proficient level. Math and science proficiency rates were lower, and social studies was the weakest subject area, with fewer than a third of students reaching proficiency. Since this is a single year of data with no prior trend available, it is not possible to say whether these results represent a pattern or a snapshot. The school’s grade band does not include high school, so there is no graduation rate to report. No data on chronic absenteeism, discipline, or staffing was available, which limits the picture of day-to-day school climate.
The district context matters for families considering this school. Livingston Parish voters approved a large school bond in 2022 that funds new construction, renovations, and technology upgrades, and the district has since undertaken attendance zone redistricting that took effect in the 2024-2025 school year, meaning some families may have been reassigned to different schools. A property tax renewal for school operations passed in 2024, and the district has expanded career and technical education pathways at the high school level. These changes reflect a district responding to enrollment growth, which may affect future class sizes, facilities, and school assignment for families entering the system.
Levi Milton Elementary sits within a community that has seen modest population growth and has been recognized for its cost of living and educational system. The city’s civic operations are compact, with city hall open Monday through Thursday, and no traditional walkable downtown. The school’s academic performance, particularly in math and science, is an area where a parent may want to look into the school’s curriculum, instructional supports, and how it addresses the economic challenges many of its students bring. The school’s strength in English language arts is a clear positive, and the district’s investments in facilities and programs suggest a system that is actively working to meet the demands of a growing population.
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