Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. I. Watson 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% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to 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-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. I. Watson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
J. I. Watson Elementary School's student population of 531 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
Purple & White
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. I. Watson 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 J. I. Watson Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#587 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
44%
42%
White
46%
41%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stingers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. I. Watson Elementary School's ranking?
J. I. Watson Elementary School is ranked #587 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are J. I. Watson Elementary School often compared to?
J. I. Watson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. A. Nelson Elementary School, Lebleu Settlement Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J. I. Watson Elementary School?
531 students attend J. I. Watson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of J. I. Watson Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. I. Watson Elementary School?
J. I. Watson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does J. I. Watson Elementary School offer ?
J. I. Watson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. I. Watson Elementary School part of?
J. I. Watson Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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