Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chataignier Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chataignier Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Chataignier, LA, covering an area of approximately 67.1 square miles. Families within this zone are typically about 10-15 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge located around 8.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chataignier Elementary School's student population of 375 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chataignier Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chataignier Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#785 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 Chataignier Elementary School's ranking?
Chataignier Elementary School is ranked #785 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Chataignier Elementary School often compared to?
Chataignier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawtell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Chataignier Elementary School?
375 students attend Chataignier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Chataignier Elementary School students are Black, 45% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chataignier Elementary School?
Chataignier Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chataignier Elementary School offer ?
Chataignier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chataignier Elementary School part of?
Chataignier Elementary School is part of Evangeline Parish School District.
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