Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Coteau 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coteau Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Coteau Elementary School's student population of 353 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Responsible - Obedient - Careful - Kind
School Rankings
Coteau 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 Coteau Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#185 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
28%
42%
White
48%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coteau Elementary School's ranking?
Coteau Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Coteau Elementary School often compared to?
Coteau Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Street Elementary School, Johnston Hopkins 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Coteau Elementary School?
353 students attend Coteau Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Coteau Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coteau Elementary School?
Coteau Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coteau Elementary School offer ?
Coteau Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coteau Elementary School part of?
Coteau Elementary School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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