Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, French Settlement 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 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: French Settlement Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in French Settlement, LA, covering an area of approximately 36.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
French Settlement Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
French Settlement Elementary School's student population of 530 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing children for their future... One day at a time.
School Rankings
French Settlement 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 French Settlement Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#411 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
1%
42%
White
90%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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
57%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is French Settlement Elementary School's ranking?
French Settlement Elementary School is ranked #411 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are French Settlement Elementary School often compared to?
French Settlement Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maurepas School, Frost School, Eastside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend French Settlement Elementary School?
530 students attend French Settlement Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of French Settlement Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of French Settlement Elementary School?
French Settlement Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does French Settlement Elementary School offer ?
French Settlement Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is French Settlement Elementary School part of?
French Settlement Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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