Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, James Stephens Montessori School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (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
James Stephens Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
James Stephens Montessori School's student population of 421 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Stephens Montessori School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Stephens Montessori School is 0.37, 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
#348 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
77%
42%
White
19%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Evangeline Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Stephens Montessori School's ranking?
James Stephens Montessori School is ranked #348 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend James Stephens Montessori School?
421 students attend James Stephens Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of James Stephens Montessori School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Stephens Montessori School?
James Stephens Montessori School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does James Stephens Montessori School offer ?
James Stephens Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Stephens Montessori School part of?
James Stephens Montessori School is part of Evangeline Parish School District.
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