Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dorseyville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dorseyville Elementary School serves the southeastern part of White Castle, LA, covering an area of approximately 130 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 6.9 miles and the furthest point reaching 11 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dorseyville Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 67% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
“Education is a continuum - from the cradle through adulthood to success”
School Rankings
Dorseyville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorseyville Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#605 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
85%
42%
White
11%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorseyville Elementary School's ranking?
Dorseyville Elementary School is ranked #605 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Dorseyville Elementary School often compared to?
Dorseyville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crescent Elementary/junior High School, North Iberville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Dorseyville Elementary School?
402 students attend Dorseyville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dorseyville Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorseyville Elementary School?
Dorseyville Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dorseyville Elementary School offer ?
Dorseyville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorseyville Elementary School part of?
Dorseyville Elementary School is part of Iberville Parish School District.
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