Cecilia Primary School serves 656 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 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Math Proficiency: 73%
- Reading Proficiency: 77%
- Attendance Zone: Cecilia Primary School serves the northwest part of Cecilia, LA, covering an area of approximately 203.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 17.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cecilia Primary School's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cecilia Primary School is 0.63, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)73%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)77%
66%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
32%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
51%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2009–2024. View full 26-year historical data
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?
656 students attend Cecilia Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cecilia Primary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cecilia Primary School?
Cecilia Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cecilia Primary School offer ?
Cecilia Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cecilia Primary School part of?
Cecilia Primary School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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