Jena Elementary School serves 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 66%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Attendance Zone: Jena Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Jena, LA, covering approximately 662.4 square miles. Families within the zone can expect a typical driving time of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 16.5 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 24.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jena Elementary School's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We, the faculty and staff of Jena Elementary School, pledge ourselves to the fulfilling of our Philosophy of Education.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jena Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65-69%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)70-74%
66%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)21.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 schools are Jena Elementary School often compared to?
Jena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fellowship Elementary School, Nebo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average).
How many students attend Jena Elementary School?
381 students attend Jena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Jena Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jena Elementary School?
Jena Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jena Elementary School offer ?
Jena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jena Elementary School part of?
Jena Elementary School is part of Lasalle Parish School District.
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