Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.s. Aucoin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: J.S. Aucoin Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Amelia, LA, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families live within a 1.1-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J.s. Aucoin Elementary School's student population of 237 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
J.s. Aucoin 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 J.s. Aucoin Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#421 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
78%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
8%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
11%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.s. Aucoin Elementary School's ranking?
J.s. Aucoin Elementary School is ranked #421 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J.s. Aucoin Elementary School?
237 students attend J.s. Aucoin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of J.s. Aucoin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.s. Aucoin Elementary School?
J.s. Aucoin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does J.s. Aucoin Elementary School offer ?
J.s. Aucoin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.s. Aucoin Elementary School part of?
J.s. Aucoin Elementary School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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