Serving 150 students in grades 3-5, Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower 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 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School's student population of 150 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Meadow Upper 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 Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#628 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
2%
41%
White
62%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School is ranked #628 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School?
150 students attend Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School?
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School offer ?
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School part of?
Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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