Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alton Elementary School's student population of 202 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alton Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#448 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
64%
42%
White
15%
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
73%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Alton Elementary School's ranking?
Alton Elementary School is ranked #448 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Alton Elementary School?
202 students attend Alton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Alton Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 2% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alton Elementary School offer ?
Alton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alton Elementary School part of?
Alton Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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