Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lafargue 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 34% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lafargue Elementary School's student population of 617 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lafargue 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 Lafargue Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#385 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
14%
42%
White
81%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafargue Elementary School's ranking?
Lafargue Elementary School is ranked #385 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lafargue Elementary School often compared to?
Lafargue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marksville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Lafargue Elementary School?
617 students attend Lafargue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lafargue Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lafargue Elementary School?
Lafargue Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lafargue Elementary School offer ?
Lafargue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lafargue Elementary School part of?
Lafargue Elementary School is part of Avoyelles Parish School District.
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