Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. John 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 36% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. John Elementary School's student population of 670 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
St. John Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. John Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#384 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
31%
42%
White
54%
41%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. John Elementary School's ranking?
St. John Elementary School is ranked #384 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are St. John Elementary School often compared to?
St. John Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prien Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend St. John Elementary School?
670 students attend St. John Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of St. John Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. John Elementary School?
St. John Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. John Elementary School offer ?
St. John Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. John Elementary School part of?
St. John Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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