Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Vacherie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vacherie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Vacherie Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vacherie Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vacherie Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#486 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
75%
42%
White
20%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vacherie Elementary School's ranking?
Vacherie Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Vacherie Elementary School?
357 students attend Vacherie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Vacherie Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vacherie Elementary School?
Vacherie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vacherie Elementary School offer ?
Vacherie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Vacherie Elementary School part of?
Vacherie Elementary School is part of St. James Parish School District.
School Reviews
4 2/28/2020
Love the school, teachers, and administration. They go above and beyond.
1 1/29/2020
Not a good school choice in my opinion, just Ridiculous!
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