Serving 815 students in grades 5-6, Copper Mill Elementary/middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Copper Mill Elementary/middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Copper Mill Elementary/middle School's student population of 815 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Copper Mill Elementary/middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copper Mill Elementary/middle School is 0.56, 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
#272 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
53%
42%
White
41%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper Mill Elementary/middle School's ranking?
Copper Mill Elementary/middle School is ranked #272 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Copper Mill Elementary/middle School?
815 students attend Copper Mill Elementary/middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Copper Mill Elementary/middle School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Copper Mill Elementary/middle School?
Copper Mill Elementary/middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Copper Mill Elementary/middle School offer ?
Copper Mill Elementary/middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Copper Mill Elementary/middle School part of?
Copper Mill Elementary/middle School is part of Zachary Community School District.
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