Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Center Street Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Center Street Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Center Street Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Street Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#354 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
25%
9%
Black
17%
42%
White
48%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Street Elementary School's ranking?
Center Street Elementary School is ranked #354 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Center Street Elementary School often compared to?
Center Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caneview Elementary School, Coteau Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Center Street Elementary School?
364 students attend Center Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Center Street Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center Street Elementary School?
Center Street Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Center Street Elementary School offer ?
Center Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Center Street Elementary School part of?
Center Street Elementary School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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