Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School serves the northern part of Kenner, LA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families within the zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School's student population of 327 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 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 ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter Schneckenburger 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 Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#486 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)13.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School's ranking?
Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School often compared to?
Walter Schneckenburger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chateau Estates School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School?
327 students attend Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School?
Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School offer ?
Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School part of?
Walter Schneckenburger Elementary School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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