Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Elton Elementary School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Elton 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 Elton Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#327 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
23%
41%
White
45%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Elton Elementary School's ranking?
Elton Elementary School is ranked #327 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Elton Elementary School?
249 students attend Elton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Elton Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elton Elementary School?
Elton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elton Elementary School offer ?
Elton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elton Elementary School part of?
Elton Elementary School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
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