Serving 593 students in grades 3-5, Teche 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 41% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Teche Elementary School's student population of 593 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Teche 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 Teche Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#447 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
34%
41%
White
53%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Teche Elementary School's ranking?
Teche Elementary School is ranked #447 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Teche Elementary School often compared to?
Teche Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parks Primary School, St. Martinville Primary School, Parks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Teche Elementary School?
593 students attend Teche Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Teche Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Teche Elementary School?
Teche Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Teche Elementary School offer ?
Teche Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Teche Elementary School part of?
Teche Elementary School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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