Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Vacherie Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vacherie Elementary School serves the southeast part of Vacherie, LA, covering an area of approximately 13.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vacherie Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vacherie 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 Vacherie Elementary 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
#644 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
78%
42%
White
18%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #644 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Vacherie Elementary School?
364 students attend Vacherie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Vacherie Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vacherie Elementary School?
Vacherie Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vacherie Elementary School offer ?
Vacherie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vacherie Elementary School part of?
Vacherie Elementary School is part of St. James Parish School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Not a good school choice in my opinion, just Ridiculous!
4 10/10/2025
Love the school, teachers, and administration. They go above and beyond.
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