Elton High School is a junior and senior high school in Elton, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of Jeff Davis Parish Public Schools. As of 2016 it has 250 students.
Serving 245 students in grades 6-12, Elton High 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elton High School serves the northeast part of Elton, LA, covering an area of approximately 65.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 5.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 8.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elton High School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Elton High 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 Elton High School is 0.69, 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
#852 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elton High School's ranking?
Elton High School is ranked #852 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elton High School?
The graduation rate of Elton High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Elton High School?
245 students attend Elton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Elton High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elton High School?
Elton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elton High School offer ?
Elton High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elton High School part of?
Elton High School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
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