Serving 208 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alton 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alton Elementary School serves the southeast part of Slidell, LA, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Alton Elementary School's student population of 208 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
AES, Simply the BEST!!
School Rankings
Alton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alton Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#338 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
63%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Sun-gold and khaki
School Mascot
Champions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alton Elementary School's ranking?
Alton Elementary School is ranked #338 out of 1,244 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Alton Elementary School?
208 students attend Alton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Alton Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alton Elementary School?
Alton Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alton Elementary School offer ?
Alton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alton Elementary School part of?
Alton Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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