Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chesbrough Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chesbrough Elementary School's student population of 391 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chesbrough Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesbrough Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#478 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
44%
41%
White
47%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesbrough Elementary School's ranking?
Chesbrough Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Chesbrough Elementary School often compared to?
Chesbrough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Creek Elementary School, Roseland Montessori, Amite Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Chesbrough Elementary School?
391 students attend Chesbrough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Chesbrough Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chesbrough Elementary School?
Chesbrough Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chesbrough Elementary School offer ?
Chesbrough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chesbrough Elementary School part of?
Chesbrough Elementary School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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