Serving 265 students in grades 5-6, South Street Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
South Street Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Street Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Street Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1153 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
97%
42%
White
1%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Street Elementary School's ranking?
South Street Elementary School is ranked #1153 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Street Elementary School often compared to?
South Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Barre Elementary School, Plaisance Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend South Street Elementary School?
265 students attend South Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of South Street Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Street Elementary School?
South Street Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Street Elementary School offer ?
South Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is South Street Elementary School part of?
South Street Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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