Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than 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 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School serves a central area in Lafitte, LA, encompassing approximately 15.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leo E. Kerner Jr. 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 Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#421 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
3%
42%
White
78%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School often compared to?
Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fisher Middle/high School, Allen Ellender School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School?
360 students attend Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School?
Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School offer ?
Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School part of?
Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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