For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 868 students in Saint Bernard, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Saint Bernard, LA are J.f. Gauthier School and St. Bernard Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint Bernard, LA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Saint Bernard have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Saint Bernard, LA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J.f. Gauthier School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1200 East La Highway 46
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
(504) 272-0700
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
(504) 272-0700
Grades: PK-5
| 503 students
Rank: #22.
St. Bernard Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2601 Torres Drive
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
(504) 267-7878
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
(504) 267-7878
Grades: 6-8
| 365 students
Saint Bernard, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1201 Bayou Road
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
(504) 272-0200
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
(504) 272-0200
Grades: 6-8
| 536 students
2601 Torres Drive
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
(504) 272-1100
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
(504) 272-1100
Grades: 8-12
| 465 students
4301 Bayou Road
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
(504) 272-1300
Saint Bernard, LA 70085
(504) 272-1300
Grades: PK-5
| 208 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Saint Bernard, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Saint Bernard, LA include J.f. Gauthier School and St. Bernard Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Saint Bernard, LA?
2 public elementary schools are located in Saint Bernard, LA.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint Bernard, LA?
Saint Bernard, LA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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