Serving 290 students in grades 3-4, Albany Upper 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 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albany Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Albany Upper Elementary School's student population of 290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albany Upper 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 Albany Upper Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#298 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
6%
42%
White
84%
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
64%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
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 Albany Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Albany Upper Elementary School is ranked #298 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Albany Upper Elementary School?
290 students attend Albany Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Albany Upper Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albany Upper Elementary School?
Albany Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Albany Upper Elementary School offer ?
Albany Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Albany Upper Elementary School part of?
Albany Upper Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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