Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Isaac G Joseph Elementary School 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 13% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Isaac G Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Isaac G Joseph Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Isaac G Joseph Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isaac G Joseph Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#983 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
49%
42%
White
25%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isaac G Joseph Elementary School's ranking?
Isaac G Joseph Elementary School is ranked #983 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Isaac G Joseph Elementary School?
439 students attend Isaac G Joseph Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Isaac G Joseph Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isaac G Joseph Elementary School?
Isaac G Joseph Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Isaac G Joseph Elementary School offer ?
Isaac G Joseph Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Isaac G Joseph Elementary School part of?
Isaac G Joseph Elementary School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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