Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Myrtle Place Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myrtle Place Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Myrtle Place Elementary School's student population of 372 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Myrtle Place Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myrtle Place Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#24 out of 1251 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
19%
41%
White
73%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myrtle Place Elementary School's ranking?
Myrtle Place Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Myrtle Place Elementary School often compared to?
Myrtle Place Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. Wallace James Elementary School, Ernest Gallet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Myrtle Place Elementary School?
372 students attend Myrtle Place Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Myrtle Place Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myrtle Place Elementary School?
Myrtle Place Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Myrtle Place Elementary School offer ?
Myrtle Place Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Myrtle Place Elementary School part of?
Myrtle Place Elementary School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
My son is in the French Immersion program and I can not say enough good things about it. His class has 15 students in it. The gifted program is also available at this school. My son has attended this school for the last four years. He is challenged and enjoys going to school. I have found getting in to see the teachers and principal easy and both to be receptive to any concerns.
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