Serving 778 students in grades 3-4, Zachary Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Zachary Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Zachary, LA, covering approximately 87.3 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 4.8 miles, with some parts of the zone located as far as 9.7 miles away, typically resulting in a 10-12 minute drive to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zachary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Zachary Elementary School's student population of 778 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zachary Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zachary 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
#163 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zachary Elementary School's ranking?
Zachary Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Zachary Elementary School often compared to?
Zachary Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwestern Elementary School, Belle Chasse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Zachary Elementary School?
778 students attend Zachary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Zachary Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zachary Elementary School?
Zachary Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zachary Elementary School offer ?
Zachary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zachary Elementary School part of?
Zachary Elementary School is part of Zachary Community School District.
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