Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Valverda 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 30% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valverda Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Maringouin, LA, covering an area of approximately 138.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valverda Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valverda 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 Valverda Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#626 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Kittens
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valverda Elementary School's ranking?
Valverda Elementary School is ranked #626 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Valverda Elementary School?
436 students attend Valverda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Valverda Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valverda Elementary School?
Valverda Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valverda Elementary School offer ?
Valverda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valverda Elementary School part of?
Valverda Elementary School is part of Pointe Coupee Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I would say go to this school if your child is going to be in Ms. Melissa's classroom. She is a wonderful teacher and my child has never done better than in her classroom. He actually wants to go to school to be in her class. Thank you Ms. Melissa!!!
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