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Crescent Elementary/junior High School

Elementary School · Iberville Parish

62575 Bayou Road, Plaquemine, LA 70764

Enrollment

443

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Plaquemine

#3 of 4

public schools

Louisiana elementary schools

#494 of 703

In district

#7 of 7

Iberville Parish

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Crescent Elementary/junior High School

Crescent Elementary/Junior High School serves 443 students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade in Plaquemine, Louisiana. This public elementary school has earned a strong reputation, ranking #144 out of 1,290 schools statewide and placing in the 89th percentile with a 7.5 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating. The school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1 with 46 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom.

Academically, students show solid performance with 52% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 42% meet or exceed standards in mathematics across all grade levels tested. Located at 62575 Bayou Road, the school serves families in a community where the median household income is $62,892 and median home values average $160,100. The surrounding area has a 14.6% poverty rate, and about 14% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

Crescent Elementary/Junior High provides a strong educational foundation for young learners in its early elementary through middle school years. The school sits in a rural setting near the town of Plaquemine in Iberville Parish, offering students a close-knit learning environment while maintaining access to the broader community resources of the area.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Crescent Elementary/junior High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Crescent Elementary/junior High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-7.07 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42%
Reading/ELA Proficiency52%
Math vs. State Avg+6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)43%
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,341

Crescent Elementary/junior High School — Students at Crescent Elementary/junior High School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.9%
School
State
35.4%
ELA Proficiency 50.3%
School
State
42.5%

Based on 22 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
29.8%
ELA
42.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.

How Crescent Elementary/junior High School Compares

See how Crescent Elementary/junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
27th percentile in LA
Academic
7.6/10
7.6/10
Growth
2.5/10
Below average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers

Location

62575 Bayou Road, Plaquemine, LA 70764

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Crescent Elementary/junior High School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brusly Upper Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Brusly), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lukeville Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Brusly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brusly Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Brusly), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plaquemine, see our Plaquemine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Iberville Charter Academy Plaquemine 2.7 mi 4.3
Plaquemine Senior High School Plaquemine 2.7 mi 6.4
ST JOHN INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL Plaquemine 3.6 mi 8.0
Iberville Elementary School Plaquemine 3.6 mi 6.9
ST JOHN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plaquemine 3.7 mi 6.7
THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF LOUISIANA Addis 8.8 mi 5.0
Lukeville Elementary School Brusly 9.6 mi 8.7
Brusly Elementary School Brusly 10.2 mi 7.9
Dorseyville Elementary School White Castle 9.4 mi 7.7
Brusly Middle School Brusly 10.5 mi 9.4
Brusly Upper Elementary School Brusly 10.5 mi 8.9
Brusly High School Brusly 10.6 mi 6.5
White Castle High School White Castle 10.5 mi 6.9
Thrive Academy Baton Rouge 11.5 mi 8.4
IDEA Innovation Baton Rouge 11.9 mi 2.7
The Emerge School for Autism Baton Rouge 11.9 mi 4.2
East Iberville Elementary/High School St. Gabriel 11.4 mi 6.1
GARDERE COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Baton Rouge 12.4 mi 7.3
ELAN VITAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Baton Rouge 12.8 mi
Highland Elementary School Baton Rouge 13.2 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70764 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,518

Median Home Value

$174,700

Median Rent

$848/mo

Population

15,046

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

42

Community Profile

The community surrounding Crescent Elementary/junior High School has a median household income of $64,518. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $174,700, with a median rent of $848/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Crescent Elementary/junior High School

What grades does Crescent Elementary/junior High School serve?

Crescent Elementary/junior High School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Crescent Elementary/junior High School?

Crescent Elementary/junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Crescent Elementary/junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Crescent Elementary/junior High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Crescent Elementary/junior High School rank in LA?

Crescent Elementary/junior High School is ranked #937 out of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Crescent Elementary/junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Crescent Elementary/junior High School has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Crescent Elementary/junior High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Crescent Elementary/junior High School has 39.9% math proficiency and 50.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Crescent Elementary/junior High School a charter school?

No, Crescent Elementary/junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Crescent Elementary/junior High School a Title I school?

No, Crescent Elementary/junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crescent Elementary/junior High School?

62.3% of students at Crescent Elementary/junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,506/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Plaquemine). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Iberville Parish
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Iberville Parish
District Enrollment
4,296
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,415
District Rank
#7 of 7

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