Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Welsh Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher 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 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Welsh Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Welsh, LA, covering an area of approximately 167.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Welsh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Welsh Elementary School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Welsh Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Welsh Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#314 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)11.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. 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 Welsh Elementary School's ranking?
Welsh Elementary School is ranked #314 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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 Welsh Elementary School?
499 students attend Welsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Welsh Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Welsh Elementary School?
Welsh Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Welsh Elementary School offer ?
Welsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Welsh Elementary School part of?
Welsh Elementary School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
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