Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Legion Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Legion Park Elementary School serves the northeast part of Houma, LA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legion Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Legion Park Elementary School's student population of 300 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Legion Park 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 Legion Park Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#538 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
23%
11%
Black
41%
42%
White
22%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legion Park Elementary School's ranking?
Legion Park Elementary School is ranked #538 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Legion Park Elementary School often compared to?
Legion Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bourg Elementary School, Oakshire Elementary School, Coteau-bayou Blue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Legion Park Elementary School?
300 students attend Legion Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Legion Park Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legion Park Elementary School?
Legion Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Legion Park Elementary School offer ?
Legion Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Legion Park Elementary School part of?
Legion Park Elementary School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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