Serving 403 students in grades 4-6, Gramercy 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 39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gramercy Elementary School serves the northeast part of Gramercy, LA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 30.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gramercy Elementary School's student population of 403 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Gramercy 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 Gramercy Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#504 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gramercy Elementary School's ranking?
Gramercy Elementary School is ranked #504 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Gramercy Elementary School?
403 students attend Gramercy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Gramercy Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gramercy Elementary School?
Gramercy Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gramercy Elementary School offer ?
Gramercy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gramercy Elementary School part of?
Gramercy Elementary School is part of St. James Parish School District.
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