Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. Amant Primary School ranks in the top 10% 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 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Amant Primary School serves the eastern part of Saint Amant, LA, covering approximately 70.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest point in the attendance area being about 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Amant Primary 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
St. Amant Primary School's student population of 585 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Amant Primary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Amant Primary School is 0.36, 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
#101 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Amant Primary School's ranking?
St. Amant Primary School is ranked #101 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are St. Amant Primary School often compared to?
St. Amant Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galvez Primary School, Sorrento Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend St. Amant Primary School?
585 students attend St. Amant Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of St. Amant Primary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Amant Primary School?
St. Amant Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Amant Primary School offer ?
St. Amant Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Amant Primary School part of?
St. Amant Primary School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter Larissa started at St.Amant went on to graduate with "A"s
Her eldest daughter Alicia attended, and is now in St.Amant high with "A"
Her youngest Chloe is now attending in 1 st grade and making "A"s
I highly recommend them because they care about there kids and alwase
challenging them to do better !
Thanks to all the teachers and workers for treating my girls as indavisuals,
and for not only improving on there weeknesses,but also praising them on
There accomplishments.
Poppy Rodney
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