Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.f. Gauthier School ranks in the top 30% 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 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.f. Gauthier School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
J.f. Gauthier School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
J.f. Gauthier School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.f. Gauthier School is 0.55, 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
#263 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
15%
41%
White
63%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
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 J.f. Gauthier School's ranking?
J.f. Gauthier School is ranked #263 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are J.f. Gauthier School often compared to?
J.f. Gauthier Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph J. Davies 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 32% LA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J.f. Gauthier School?
517 students attend J.f. Gauthier School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of J.f. Gauthier School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J.f. Gauthier School?
J.f. Gauthier School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.f. Gauthier School offer ?
J.f. Gauthier School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.f. Gauthier School part of?
J.f. Gauthier School is part of St. Bernard Parish School District.
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