Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arlene Meraux 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 36% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to 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 68% 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: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlene Meraux Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arlene Meraux Elementary School's student population of 515 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arlene Meraux 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 Arlene Meraux Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#475 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
35%
42%
White
32%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
46%
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 Arlene Meraux Elementary School's ranking?
Arlene Meraux Elementary School is ranked #475 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Arlene Meraux Elementary School?
515 students attend Arlene Meraux Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Arlene Meraux Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlene Meraux Elementary School?
Arlene Meraux Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arlene Meraux Elementary School offer ?
Arlene Meraux Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Arlene Meraux Elementary School part of?
Arlene Meraux Elementary School is part of St. Bernard Parish School District.
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