Serving 665 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology's student population of 665 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology is 0.06, 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
#861 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
97%
42%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
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 Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology's ranking?
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology is ranked #861 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology?
665 students attend Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology?
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology offer ?
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology part of?
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology is part of Orleans Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2007
My perception of Bethune Elementary is that as a structure/edifice, it is a clean well structured and well maintained builiding, as an environment, it is a pleasant, warm and friendly setting, in reference to the faculty and staff, it is a close knit, concerned for and about each other community that breeds and exuberate love and affection. As far as I can tell about the academics, it seems to be above standard and up to date on the latest technology and trendsthe students appear to be interesting in learning and the teachers appears to be well sutied and professionally efficient. The staff seems to be incorprated and intergrated into the body as the sum parts of a whole. The leadership appears to be solid and steadfast ase well as endearing, grounded and routed. I would highly recommend this institution to any parent or person who is seeking to place thier chid or children in a safe, sound and nurturing well maintained academic setting where the children's education, health and welfare is one of key ingredients to thier mission.
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