Serving 809 students in grades 3-4, Zachary Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zachary 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
School Overview
Zachary Elementary School's student population of 809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zachary Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zachary Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#124 out of 1251 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
57%
41%
White
32%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zachary Elementary School's ranking?
Zachary Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Zachary Elementary School often compared to?
Zachary Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwestern Elementary School, Belle Chasse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Zachary Elementary School?
809 students attend Zachary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Zachary Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zachary Elementary School?
Zachary Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Zachary Elementary School offer ?
Zachary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Zachary Elementary School part of?
Zachary Elementary School is part of Zachary Community School District.
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