Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Henry Mayfield 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 39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Mayfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Henry Mayfield Elementary School's student population of 749 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry Mayfield 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 Henry Mayfield Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#444 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
40%
42%
White
46%
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%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St. Tammany Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Mayfield Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Mayfield Elementary School is ranked #444 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Henry Mayfield Elementary School often compared to?
Henry Mayfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayou Woods Elementary School, Bonne Ecole Elementary School, Little Oak Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Henry Mayfield Elementary School?
749 students attend Henry Mayfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Henry Mayfield Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Mayfield Elementary School?
Henry Mayfield Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Henry Mayfield Elementary School offer ?
Henry Mayfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Mayfield Elementary School part of?
Henry Mayfield Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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