Serving 222 students in grades 3-5, Dequincy 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dequincy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Dequincy Elementary School's student population of 222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dequincy 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 Dequincy 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#385 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
10%
42%
White
84%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Calcasieu Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dequincy Elementary School's ranking?
Dequincy Elementary School is ranked #385 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Dequincy Elementary School often compared to?
Dequincy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Charles Charter Academy, St. John Elementary School, Cypress Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Dequincy Elementary School?
222 students attend Dequincy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Dequincy Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dequincy Elementary School?
Dequincy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dequincy Elementary School offer ?
Dequincy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dequincy Elementary School part of?
Dequincy Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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