Serving 87 students in grades 1-6,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 35-39% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45-49% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
87 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)35-39%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)45-49%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
42%
White
1%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2012-2013 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
How many students attend Romeville Elementary School?
87 students attend Romeville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Romeville Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Romeville Elementary School?
Romeville Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Romeville Elementary School offer ?
Romeville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Romeville Elementary School part of?
Romeville Elementary School is part of St. James Parish School District.
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