Serving 1,022 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hammond Westside Montessori 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 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,022 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hammond Westside Elementary Montessori School serves the southwest part of Hammond, LA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 24.5 square miles. Most students live within a 3 to 5.4-mile radius of the school, with typical drive times ranging from 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hammond Westside Montessori's student population of 1,022 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,022 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hammond Westside Montessori 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 Hammond Westside Montessori is 0.63, 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
#949 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy blue, purple, or white
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammond Westside Montessori's ranking?
Hammond Westside Montessori is ranked #949 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Hammond Westside Montessori often compared to?
Hammond Westside Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Hammond Eastside Magnet, Woodland Park Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Hammond Westside Montessori?
1,022 students attend Hammond Westside Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hammond Westside Montessori students are Black, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hammond Westside Montessori?
Hammond Westside Montessori has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hammond Westside Montessori offer ?
Hammond Westside Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammond Westside Montessori part of?
Hammond Westside Montessori is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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