Northwestern Elementary School serves 337 students in grades Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Zachary, LA, covering approximately 87.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwestern Elementary School is 0.54, 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
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
62%
42%
White
27%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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?
337 students attend Northwestern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Northwestern Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% 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 higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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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