Serving 754 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lake Pontchartrain Elementary 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 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School serves the eastern part of La Place, LA, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Motto
One Team-One Dream!
School Rankings
Lake Pontchartrain Elementary 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 Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#747 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
3%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School is ranked #747 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Pontchartrain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laplace Elementary School, Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School?
754 students attend Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School?
Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School offer ?
Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School part of?
Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School is part of St. John The Baptist Parish School District.
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