Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lacoste Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lacoste Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lacoste Elementary School's student population of 621 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Lacoste 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 Lacoste Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#407 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
15%
11%
Black
23%
42%
White
52%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St. Bernard Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lacoste Elementary School's ranking?
Lacoste Elementary School is ranked #407 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lacoste Elementary School often compared to?
Lacoste Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph J. Davies Elementary School, W. Smith Jr. Elementary School, Arabi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lacoste Elementary School?
621 students attend Lacoste Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lacoste Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lacoste Elementary School?
Lacoste Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lacoste Elementary School offer ?
Lacoste Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lacoste Elementary School part of?
Lacoste Elementary School is part of St. Bernard Parish School District.
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