Serving 374 students in grades 3-5, Lockport Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lockport Upper Elementary School serves the northern part of Lockport, LA, covering an area of approximately 150.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 14.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockport Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lockport Upper Elementary School's student population of 374 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Lockport Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lockport Upper Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#88 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
3%
42%
White
76%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockport Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Lockport Upper Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lockport Upper Elementary School?
374 students attend Lockport Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lockport Upper Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lockport Upper Elementary School?
Lockport Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lockport Upper Elementary School offer ?
Lockport Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lockport Upper Elementary School part of?
Lockport Upper Elementary School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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