Serving 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elton Elementary 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Elton Elementary School's student population of 227 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elton Elementary 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 Elton Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#334 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
26%
42%
White
49%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
5%
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 Elton Elementary School's ranking?
Elton Elementary School is ranked #334 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Elton Elementary School?
227 students attend Elton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Elton Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elton Elementary School?
Elton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elton Elementary School offer ?
Elton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Elton Elementary School part of?
Elton Elementary School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
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