Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Delta 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 6% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower 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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Delta Magnet School of Fine Arts serves the southeast part of Mer Rouge, LA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 365.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 20.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Delta Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Delta 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 Delta Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1232 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
80%
42%
White
16%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delta Elementary School's ranking?
Delta Elementary School is ranked #1232 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Delta Elementary School?
442 students attend Delta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Delta Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delta Elementary School?
Delta Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Delta Elementary School offer ?
Delta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delta Elementary School part of?
Delta Elementary School is part of Morehouse Parish School District.
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