Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Seventh Ward 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Seventh Ward Elementary School serves the eastern part of Abbeville, LA, covering an area of approximately 94.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of about 5.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seventh Ward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Seventh Ward Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seventh Ward 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 Seventh Ward Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#42 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
26%
42%
White
53%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Gators
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seventh Ward Elementary School's ranking?
Seventh Ward Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Seventh Ward Elementary School?
163 students attend Seventh Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Seventh Ward Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seventh Ward Elementary School?
Seventh Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Seventh Ward Elementary School offer ?
Seventh Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seventh Ward Elementary School part of?
Seventh Ward Elementary School is part of Vermilion Parish School District.
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