Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, West St. John Elementary School (K-7) 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West St. John Elementary School (K-7) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West St. John Elementary School (K-7)'s student population of 203 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
West St. John Elementary School (K-7) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West St. John Elementary School (K-7) is 0.00, 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
#1078 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
100%
41%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 West St. John Elementary School (K-7)'s ranking?
West St. John Elementary School (K-7) is ranked #1078 out of 1,251 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend West St. John Elementary School (K-7)?
203 students attend West St. John Elementary School (K-7).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of West St. John Elementary School (K-7) students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West St. John Elementary School (K-7)?
West St. John Elementary School (K-7) has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does West St. John Elementary School (K-7) offer ?
West St. John Elementary School (K-7) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West St. John Elementary School (K-7) part of?
West St. John Elementary School (K-7) is part of St. John The Baptist Parish School District.
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