Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berwick Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Berwick Elementary School serves the eastern part of Berwick, LA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berwick 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
Berwick Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berwick Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berwick Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#175 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 1996–2012. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berwick Elementary School's ranking?
Berwick Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Berwick Elementary School?
420 students attend Berwick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Berwick Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berwick Elementary School?
Berwick Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Berwick Elementary School offer ?
Berwick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berwick Elementary School part of?
Berwick Elementary School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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