Serving 546 students in grades 2-4, Belle Chasse Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Chasse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Belle Chasse Elementary School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belle Chasse Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Chasse Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#127 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
11%
42%
White
67%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Belle Chasse Elementary School's ranking?
Belle Chasse Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Belle Chasse Elementary School often compared to?
Belle Chasse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gretna No. 2 For Advanced Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Belle Chasse Elementary School?
546 students attend Belle Chasse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Belle Chasse Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belle Chasse Elementary School?
Belle Chasse Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belle Chasse Elementary School offer ?
Belle Chasse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Belle Chasse Elementary School part of?
Belle Chasse Elementary School is part of Plaquemines Parish School District.
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