Students across Red River Parish Public Schools will begin state-mandated LEAP 2025 testing this week, joining students across Louisiana in the annual assessments that measure student progress and school performance.

At Red River Elementary, testing is scheduled for April 28-30 and May 5-7. Red River Junior High and Red River High School will test April 28 through May 7.

In recent years, Red River Parish Public Schools has also seen substantial growth on state assessment and accountability data. In 2025, Red River Parish was reported as the top improving school system in Louisiana for overall LEAP grades 3-8 Mastery, with a 5-point improvement in that category. The district was also later recognized as the Top Growing District in Louisiana after posting a 7.6-point increase in its overall district performance score.

LEAP 2025 is Louisiana’s statewide assessment program and includes students in grades 3-8, along with certain high school end-of-course tests. Students are assessed in English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, with exams aligned to Louisiana’s academic standards. High school students take LEAP assessments in courses such as English I and II, Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, and Civics/U.S. History, depending on grade level and graduation requirements.

Results from LEAP 2025 are used in several ways — to measure student mastery, help guide instruction, and contribute to school performance scores issued by the state. The assessments also help schools identify strengths and areas where additional support may be needed.

State education leaders have also worked in recent years to reduce testing time in some areas while maintaining a focus on measuring student readiness and achievement.

School leaders encourage families to support students during testing by helping them get a good night’s sleep, arrive on time, and do their best each day.

For many students, LEAP season marks an important opportunity to show what they have learned throughout the year.