Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.b. Nachman Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: J.B. Nachman Elementary School serves the north part of Alexandria, LA, covering an area of approximately 35.6 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.3 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.b. Nachman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J.b. Nachman Elementary School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
J.b. Nachman 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 J.b. Nachman Elementary School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#178 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2001–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 J.b. Nachman Elementary School's ranking?
J.b. Nachman Elementary School is ranked #178 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are J.b. Nachman Elementary School often compared to?
J.b. Nachman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School, Caroline Dormon Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J.b. Nachman Elementary School?
546 students attend J.b. Nachman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of J.b. Nachman Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.b. Nachman Elementary School?
J.b. Nachman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does J.b. Nachman Elementary School offer ?
J.b. Nachman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.b. Nachman Elementary School part of?
J.b. Nachman Elementary School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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