Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. Charles 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Charles 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
Community Size
School Overview
St. Charles Elementary School's student population of 274 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We the people of St. Charles Elementary and community, are working together to become better students, good citizens, and life-long learners.
School Rankings
St. Charles 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 St. Charles Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#78 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
13%
41%
White
64%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Charles Elementary School's ranking?
St. Charles Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are St. Charles Elementary School often compared to?
St. Charles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thibodaux Middle School, Bayou Community Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend St. Charles Elementary School?
274 students attend St. Charles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of St. Charles Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Charles Elementary School?
St. Charles Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Charles Elementary School offer ?
St. Charles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Charles Elementary School part of?
St. Charles Elementary School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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