Serving 337 students in grades 3-5, Lockport Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockport Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lockport Upper Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lockport Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lockport Upper Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#152 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
5%
42%
White
77%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
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 Lockport Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Lockport Upper Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Lockport Upper Elementary School?
337 students attend Lockport Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lockport Upper Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lockport Upper Elementary School?
Lockport Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lockport Upper Elementary School offer ?
Lockport Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Lockport Upper Elementary School part of?
Lockport Upper Elementary School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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