Cecilia Primary School serves 714 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 66%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Math Proficiency: 73%
- Reading Proficiency: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cecilia Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cecilia Primary School's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cecilia Primary School is 0.63, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)73%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)77%
66%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
32%
41%
White
51%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 schools are Cecilia Primary School often compared to?
Cecilia Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breaux Bridge Primary School, Parks Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average).
How many students attend Cecilia Primary School?
714 students attend Cecilia Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cecilia Primary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cecilia Primary School?
Cecilia Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cecilia Primary School offer ?
Cecilia Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cecilia Primary School part of?
Cecilia Primary School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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