Serving 839 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Iberville 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 34% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Iberville Elementary School serves the eastern part of Plaquemine, LA, covering an area of approximately 43.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iberville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Iberville Elementary School's student population of 839 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
839 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iberville 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 Iberville Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#573 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
73%
42%
White
19%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iberville Elementary School's ranking?
Iberville Elementary School is ranked #573 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Iberville Elementary School often compared to?
Iberville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Iberville Elementary/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Iberville Elementary School?
839 students attend Iberville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Iberville Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iberville Elementary School?
Iberville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iberville Elementary School offer ?
Iberville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iberville Elementary School part of?
Iberville Elementary School is part of Iberville Parish School District.
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