Below Average
#1148 of 1,288 schools in LA
Ella C. Pittman Elementary School
Elementary School · Jefferson Parish
3800 Thirteenth Street, Harvey, LA 70058
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,148 of 1,288
In Harvey
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#61 of 74
Jefferson Parish
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Ella C. Pittman Elementary School
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About Ella C. Pittman Elementary School
Ella C. Pittman Elementary School is a public elementary school in Harvey, LA, part of Jefferson Parish. Ella C.
Pittman Elementary School serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ella C. Pittman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,148 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Ella C. Pittman Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Ella C. Pittman Elementary School — Students at Ella C. Pittman Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.5/10.
How Ella C. Pittman Elementary School Compares
See how Ella C. Pittman Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3800 Thirteenth Street, Harvey, LA 70058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ella C. Pittman Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruppel Academie Francaise (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Gretna), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST GEORGES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ECOLE BILINGUE DE LA NOUVELLE ORLEANS (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harvey, see our Harvey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,533
Median Home Value
$195,100
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
39,690
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ella C. Pittman Elementary School
What grades does Ella C. Pittman Elementary School serve?
Ella C. Pittman Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ella C. Pittman Elementary School?
Ella C. Pittman Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ella C. Pittman Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ella C. Pittman Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ella C. Pittman Elementary School rank in LA?
Ella C. Pittman Elementary School ranks #1,148 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Ella C. Pittman Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ella C. Pittman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ella C. Pittman Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ella C. Pittman Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ella C. Pittman Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ella C. Pittman Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ella C. Pittman Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ella C. Pittman Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ella C. Pittman Elementary School?
65.3% of students at Ella C. Pittman Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.8%
- Phone
- (504) 340-4937
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson Parish- District Enrollment
- 50,467
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,155
- District Rank
- #61 of 74
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