Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, French Settlement 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 42% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
French Settlement Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
French Settlement Elementary School's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
French Settlement 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 French Settlement Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#295 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
42%
White
91%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is French Settlement Elementary School's ranking?
French Settlement Elementary School is ranked #295 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are French Settlement Elementary School often compared to?
French Settlement Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maurepas School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend French Settlement Elementary School?
479 students attend French Settlement Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of French Settlement Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of French Settlement Elementary School?
French Settlement Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does French Settlement Elementary School offer ?
French Settlement Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is French Settlement Elementary School part of?
French Settlement Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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