Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Vidrine Elementary School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vidrine Elementary School serves the southwest part of Ville Platte, LA, covering an area of approximately 81.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 15.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vidrine Elementary School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Vidrine Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vidrine Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#481 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Vidrine Elementary School's ranking?
Vidrine Elementary School is ranked #481 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Vidrine Elementary School often compared to?
Vidrine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Prairie High School, Mamou Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Vidrine Elementary School?
359 students attend Vidrine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Vidrine Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vidrine Elementary School?
Vidrine Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vidrine Elementary School offer ?
Vidrine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vidrine Elementary School part of?
Vidrine Elementary School is part of Evangeline Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has an excellent principal and staff. They are well organized in the mornings and respects ALL. Students feel safe and loved when they attend school.
Programs are in tact for education and the environment with students is TOPS. Parents should be very proud to be involved with a facility like THIS ONE.
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