Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Valverda Elementary School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than 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 40% 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-6
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valverda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Valverda Elementary School's student population of 503 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valverda 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 Valverda Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#595 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
32%
41%
White
60%
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
70%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valverda Elementary School's ranking?
Valverda Elementary School is ranked #595 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Valverda Elementary School?
503 students attend Valverda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Valverda Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valverda Elementary School?
Valverda Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valverda Elementary School offer ?
Valverda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Valverda Elementary School part of?
Valverda Elementary School is part of Pointe Coupee Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 4/12/2009
I would say go to this school if your child is going to be in Ms. Melissa's classroom. She is a wonderful teacher and my child has never done better than in her classroom. He actually wants to go to school to be in her class. Thank you Ms. Melissa!!!
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