Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Palmetto Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Palmetto Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Palmetto, LA, covering an area of approximately 296.9 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.2 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 20.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmetto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Palmetto Elementary School's student population of 223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Palmetto Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Elementary School is 0.44, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
28%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 Palmetto Elementary School's ranking?
Palmetto Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Palmetto Elementary School often compared to?
Palmetto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts, Northeast Elementary School, Park Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Palmetto Elementary School?
223 students attend Palmetto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Palmetto Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmetto Elementary School?
Palmetto Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palmetto Elementary School offer ?
Palmetto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmetto Elementary School part of?
Palmetto Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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