Serving 1,063 students in grades 1-5, W.l. Abney 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 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 1,063 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
W.l. Abney Elementary School's student population of 1,063 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,063 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Our mission is to create a shift in culture, engage students in vibrant learning experiences, empower teachers to take risks, and enrich our school communities.
School Rankings
W.l. Abney 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 W.l. Abney Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#873 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
64%
41%
White
20%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W.l. Abney Elementary School's ranking?
W.l. Abney Elementary School is ranked #873 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are W.l. Abney Elementary School often compared to?
W.l. Abney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glynn H. Brock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend W.l. Abney Elementary School?
1,063 students attend W.l. Abney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of W.l. Abney Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W.l. Abney Elementary School?
W.l. Abney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does W.l. Abney Elementary School offer ?
W.l. Abney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W.l. Abney Elementary School part of?
W.l. Abney Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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