Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joseph J. Davies Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 41% 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: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph J. Davies Elementary School serves the west part of Meraux, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph J. Davies 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
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School's student population of 593 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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School Rankings
Joseph J. Davies 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 Joseph J. Davies Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#133 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
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Black
21%
42%
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White
59%
41%
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Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025 (no data for 2006, 2007 and 2008)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pelicans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph J. Davies Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School is ranked #133 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Joseph J. Davies Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph J. Davies Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arabi Elementary School, Lacoste Elementary School, W. Smith Jr. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Joseph J. Davies Elementary School?
593 students attend Joseph J. Davies Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Joseph J. Davies Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph J. Davies Elementary School?
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joseph J. Davies Elementary School offer ?
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph J. Davies Elementary School part of?
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School is part of St. Bernard Parish School District.
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