Hester Heath Elementary School serves 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-3.
Minority enrollment was 16% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
16%
41%
White
84%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hester Heath Elementary School?
277 students attend Hester Heath Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hester Heath Elementary School students are White, and 16% of students are Black.
What grades does Hester Heath Elementary School offer ?
Hester Heath Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Hester Heath Elementary School part of?
Hester Heath Elementary School is part of Evangeline Parish School District.
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