Northwestern Elementary School serves 351 students in grades Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwestern Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
57%
41%
White
29%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Northwestern Elementary School often compared to?
Northwestern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rollins Place Elementary School, Zachary Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Northwestern Elementary School?
351 students attend Northwestern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Northwestern Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern Elementary School?
Northwestern Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwestern Elementary School offer ?
Northwestern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Elementary School part of?
Northwestern Elementary School is part of Zachary Community School District.
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