Serving 1,072 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hammond Westside Montessori 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 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,072 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammond Westside Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hammond Westside Montessori's student population of 1,072 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,072 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hammond Westside Montessori 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 Hammond Westside Montessori is 0.62, 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
#1033 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
55%
41%
White
26%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Hammond Westside Montessori's ranking?
Hammond Westside Montessori is ranked #1033 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Hammond Westside Montessori often compared to?
Hammond Westside Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Hammond Eastside Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Hammond Westside Montessori?
1,072 students attend Hammond Westside Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hammond Westside Montessori students are Black, 26% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammond Westside Montessori?
Hammond Westside Montessori has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hammond Westside Montessori offer ?
Hammond Westside Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hammond Westside Montessori part of?
Hammond Westside Montessori is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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