Zachary Community School District
School District · Zachary, Louisiana
Avg Rating
6.6
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,935
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Avg Rating
6.6
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,935
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Evaluating Zachary Community School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Zachary Community School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Northwestern Middle School
Zachary · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Zachary Elementary School
Zachary · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Copper Mill Elementary/middle School
Zachary · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Louisiana rank
#26 of 72
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Louisiana avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,935
$2,155 vs Louisiana median
District size
5,753 students
Larger than Louisiana median
The short answer
Zachary Community School District ranks #26 of 72 Louisiana districts by overall school rating. Zachary Community School District's schools with real test data average 7.2/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Northwestern Middle School (8.4/10), Zachary Elementary School (6.9/10), and Copper Mill Elementary/middle School (6.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Zachary Community School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northwestern Middle School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Zachary Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Copper Mill Elementary/middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Zachary High School | 6.7 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Zachary Community School District
Zachary Community School District is a Zachary, Louisiana school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 5,753 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1. The district invests $12,935 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.6/10, Zachary Community School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Northwestern Middle School, which has a composite score of 8.4/10.
In standardized testing, Zachary Community School District students show an average math proficiency of 73.6% and ELA proficiency of 78.9%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Zachary Community School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Zachary Community School District with test data.
Schools in Zachary Community School District
7 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Louisiana
- City
- Zachary
- Total Enrollment
- 5,753
- Teachers (FTE)
- 376
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Zachary Community School District?
Zachary Community School District has 7 schools in total — 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Zachary Community School District?
The average composite rating for Zachary Community School District is 6.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Zachary Community School District?
Zachary Community School District spends $12,935 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Zachary Community School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Zachary Community School District is 15.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Zachary Community School District?
Northwestern Middle School is the highest-rated school in Zachary Community School District with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What are the test scores in Zachary Community School District?
Across schools in Zachary Community School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 73.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 78.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Zachary Community School District compare to other districts in Louisiana?
Zachary Community School District has an average school rating of 6.6/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Louisiana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 73.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 78.9%
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- St. Charles Parish (15)
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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