Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chesbrough Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesbrough Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chesbrough Elementary School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chesbrough Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesbrough Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#486 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
46%
42%
White
44%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesbrough Elementary School's ranking?
Chesbrough Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Chesbrough Elementary School often compared to?
Chesbrough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roseland Montessori, Spring Creek Elementary School, Amite Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Chesbrough Elementary School?
353 students attend Chesbrough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Chesbrough Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chesbrough Elementary School?
Chesbrough Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chesbrough Elementary School offer ?
Chesbrough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chesbrough Elementary School part of?
Chesbrough Elementary School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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