Cecilia Primary School serves 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 66%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Math Proficiency: 73%
- Reading Proficiency: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cecilia Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cecilia Primary School's student population of 640 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cecilia Primary School is 0.60, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)73%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)77%
66%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
30%
42%
White
55%
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
43%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cecilia Primary School often compared to?
Cecilia Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breaux Bridge Primary School, Parks Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average).
How many students attend Cecilia Primary School?
640 students attend Cecilia Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cecilia Primary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cecilia Primary School?
Cecilia Primary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cecilia Primary School offer ?
Cecilia Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Cecilia Primary School part of?
Cecilia Primary School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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