Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Chahta-ima Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chahta-Ima Elementary School serves the southern part of Lacombe, LA, covering an area of approximately 51.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chahta-ima Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chahta-ima Elementary School's student population of 319 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Learning Today for a Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Chahta-ima 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 Chahta-ima Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#218 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)16.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Forest Green and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chahta-ima Elementary School's ranking?
Chahta-ima Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Chahta-ima Elementary School often compared to?
Chahta-ima Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abita Springs Elementary School, Henry Mayfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Chahta-ima Elementary School?
319 students attend Chahta-ima Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Chahta-ima Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chahta-ima Elementary School?
Chahta-ima Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chahta-ima Elementary School offer ?
Chahta-ima Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chahta-ima Elementary School part of?
Chahta-ima Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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