Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Joseph C Moscona School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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-8
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ella Dolhonde Elementary School serves the northern part of Metairie, LA, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most residents living within 1.3 miles of its edge, while the furthest boundary is about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph C Moscona School's student population of 521 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Joseph C Moscona School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph C Moscona 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
#792 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)16.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph C Moscona School's ranking?
Joseph C Moscona School is ranked #792 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Joseph C Moscona School?
521 students attend Joseph C Moscona School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Joseph C Moscona School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph C Moscona School?
Joseph C Moscona School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joseph C Moscona School offer ?
Joseph C Moscona School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph C Moscona School part of?
Joseph C Moscona School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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