Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Coteau Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coteau Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Coteau Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Responsible - Obedient - Careful - Kind
School Mascot
Gators
School Rankings
Coteau 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 Coteau Elementary School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
20%
41%
White
54%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coteau Elementary School's ranking?
Coteau Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Coteau Elementary School often compared to?
Coteau Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnston Hopkins Elementary School, Center Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Coteau Elementary School?
280 students attend Coteau Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Coteau Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coteau Elementary School?
Coteau Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coteau Elementary School offer ?
Coteau Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coteau Elementary School part of?
Coteau Elementary School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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