Serving 671 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shirley Johnson/Gretna Park Elementary School serves the northern part of Gretna, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
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School Overview
Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School's student population of 671 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
671 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shirley Johnson/gretna Park 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 Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#841 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
55%
11%
Black
34%
42%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 is Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School's ranking?
Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School is ranked #841 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School often compared to?
Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School, Gretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School?
671 students attend Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School?
Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School offer ?
Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School part of?
Shirley Johnson/gretna Park Elementary School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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