Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Fifth Ward 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fifth Ward Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fifth Ward 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 Fifth Ward Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1081 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
78%
42%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fifth Ward Elementary School's ranking?
Fifth Ward Elementary School is ranked #1081 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Fifth Ward Elementary School?
306 students attend Fifth Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Fifth Ward Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fifth Ward Elementary School?
Fifth Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fifth Ward Elementary School offer ?
Fifth Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fifth Ward Elementary School part of?
Fifth Ward Elementary School is part of St. John The Baptist Parish School District.
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