Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Galliano Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Galliano Elementary School serves the southeast part of Galliano, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 96.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galliano Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Galliano Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings
Galliano Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galliano Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#181 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
American Indian
6%
n/a
Showing 2015–2024. Show full history, 1990–2024 (no data for 1992, 1995 and 2023)
Hispanic
31%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025 (no data for 1998)
Black
1%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1994–2025
White
56%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2011–2025
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025 (no data for 2018, 2020, 2021 and 2022)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galliano Elementary School's ranking?
Galliano Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Galliano Elementary School?
383 students attend Galliano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Galliano Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galliano Elementary School?
Galliano Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Galliano Elementary School offer ?
Galliano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galliano Elementary School part of?
Galliano Elementary School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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