Northwestern Elementary School serves 377 students in grades Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Elementary School's student population of 377 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwestern Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
54%
42%
White
37%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Northwestern Elementary School often compared to?
Northwestern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rollins Place Elementary School, Zachary Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Northwestern Elementary School?
377 students attend Northwestern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Northwestern Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 4% 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 Northwestern Elementary School?
Northwestern Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwestern Elementary School offer ?
Northwestern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten
What school district is Northwestern Elementary School part of?
Northwestern Elementary School is part of Zachary Community School District.
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