Northeast Elementary School

1125 E Mamie Street
Opelousas, LA 70570
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Northeast 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 232 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in LA
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Northeast Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

School Rankings

Northeast 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 Northeast Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#952 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-24%
34%
15-19%
42%
≤5%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
93%
42%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
(22-23)
23.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northeast Elementary School's ranking?
Northeast Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Northeast Elementary School often compared to?
Northeast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Elementary School, Lawtell Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Northeast Elementary School?
232 students attend Northeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northeast Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Elementary School?
Northeast Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northeast Elementary School offer ?
Northeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Elementary School part of?
Northeast Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 232 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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