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Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School

133 Pine Creek Drive
Madisonville, LA 70447
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 1,466 students in grades 3-6, Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-6
  • Enrollment: 1,466 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 10% in LA
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 50% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

School Overview

Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School's student population of 1,466 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School is 0.29, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#85 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
61%
34%
68%
42%
50%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
4%
41%
White
84%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School?
1,466 students attend Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School?
Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School offer ?
Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School part of?
Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-6
  • Enrollment: 1,466 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 50% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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