Serving 170 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Evangeline Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evangeline 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
School Overview
Evangeline Elementary School's student population of 170 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Evangeline Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evangeline Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#25 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
1%
41%
White
92%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evangeline Elementary School's ranking?
Evangeline Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Evangeline Elementary School?
170 students attend Evangeline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Evangeline Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evangeline Elementary School?
Evangeline Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Evangeline Elementary School offer ?
Evangeline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Evangeline Elementary School part of?
Evangeline Elementary School is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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