Melville Elementary School serves 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 67% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
153 students
Showing 2001–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2001–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2001–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
67%
42%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
41%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2001–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
61%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Melville Elementary School?
153 students attend Melville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Melville Elementary School students are Black, and 33% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melville Elementary School?
Melville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Melville Elementary School offer ?
Melville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Melville Elementary School part of?
Melville Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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