Serving 543 students in grades 2-4, Belle Chasse Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Belle Chasse Primary School serves the northwest part of Belle Chasse, LA, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 184.1 square miles, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 12.6 miles, with the furthest edge located 36.2 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belle Chasse Elementary School's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Rankings
Belle Chasse Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Chasse Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#68 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
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Asian
6%
2%
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Hispanic
14%
11%
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Black
15%
42%
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White
63%
41%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
61%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #68 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 Academy For Advanced Studies, Belle Chasse Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Belle Chasse Elementary School?
543 students attend Belle Chasse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Belle Chasse Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Chasse Elementary School?
Belle Chasse Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belle Chasse Elementary School offer ?
Belle Chasse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
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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