Serving 161 students in grades 3-5, Golden Meadow Upper 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 30-34% (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 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School's student population of 161 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Meadow Upper 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 Golden Meadow Upper 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
#589 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
2%
42%
White
61%
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
53%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
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 Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School is ranked #589 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School?
161 students attend Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School?
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School offer ?
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School part of?
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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