Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Upper Little Caillou 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Little Caillou Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Upper Little Caillou Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Little Caillou 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 Upper Little Caillou Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#242 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
6%
42%
White
74%
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
54%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
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 Upper Little Caillou Elementary School's ranking?
Upper Little Caillou Elementary School is ranked #242 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Upper Little Caillou Elementary School?
380 students attend Upper Little Caillou Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Upper Little Caillou Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Little Caillou Elementary School?
Upper Little Caillou Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Upper Little Caillou Elementary School offer ?
Upper Little Caillou Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Upper Little Caillou Elementary School part of?
Upper Little Caillou Elementary School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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