Cypress Springs Elementary School

1040 Saratoga Street
Ruston, LA 71270
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 369 students in grades 3-5, Cypress Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 369 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Top 50% in LA
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 28% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cypress Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Cypress Springs Elementary School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Wildcats
School Calendar

School Rankings

Cypress Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cypress Springs Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#524 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
38%
34%
37%
42%
28%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
66%
42%
White
24%
41%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cypress Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Cypress Springs Elementary School is ranked #524 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Cypress Springs Elementary School?
369 students attend Cypress Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Cypress Springs Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cypress Springs Elementary School?
Cypress Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cypress Springs Elementary School offer ?
Cypress Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cypress Springs Elementary School part of?
Cypress Springs Elementary School is part of Lincoln Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 369 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 28% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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