Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, M.e. Norman 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: M.E. Norman Elementary School serves the east part of Morgan City, LA, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
M.e. Norman Elementary School's student population of 335 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
M.e. Norman 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 M.e. Norman 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
#656 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
23%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
35%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M.e. Norman Elementary School's ranking?
M.e. Norman Elementary School is ranked #656 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend M.e. Norman Elementary School?
335 students attend M.e. Norman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of M.e. Norman Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M.e. Norman Elementary School?
M.e. Norman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does M.e. Norman Elementary School offer ?
M.e. Norman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is M.e. Norman Elementary School part of?
M.e. Norman Elementary School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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