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#378 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 29% in state

Ferriday Upper Elementary School

Elementary School · Concordia Parish

P.O. Box 1464, Ferriday, LA 71334

Enrollment

242

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

7.3

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#378 of 1,288

In Ferriday

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 10

Concordia Parish

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Ferriday Upper Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Ferriday · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ferriday Junior High School

6.5/10

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4.7/10

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About Ferriday Upper Elementary School

Ferriday Upper Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ferriday, LA, part of Concordia Parish. Ferriday Upper Elementary School serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Ferriday Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #378 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Ferriday Upper Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.9 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,509
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Ferriday Upper Elementary School — Students at Ferriday Upper Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
48%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2025
Math
17.3%
ELA
20%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Ferriday Upper Elementary School Compares

See how Ferriday Upper Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
71th percentile in LA
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

P.O. Box 1464, Ferriday, LA 71334

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ferriday Upper Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ferriday Lower Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Vidalia Upper Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Vidalia), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MORGANTOWN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Natchez), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ferriday, see our Ferriday schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Ferriday Junior High School Ferriday 0.1 mi 6.5
Concordia Education Center Ferriday 0.3 mi 4.7
Ferriday High School Ferriday 1.3 mi 6.2
Ferriday Lower Elementary School Ferriday 1.5 mi 7.1
Delta Charter School MST Ferriday 2.1 mi 5.1
Vidalia High School Vidalia 7.0 mi 4.9
Vidalia Junior High School Vidalia 8.5 mi 6.8
Vidalia Lower Elementary School Vidalia 8.4 mi 5.7
Vidalia Upper Elementary School Vidalia 8.9 mi 6.3
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Natchez 10.5 mi
SUSIE B WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Natchez 10.8 mi 4.7
NATCHEZ EARLY COLLEGE@CO-LIN Natchez 12.1 mi 8.0
MC LAURIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Natchez 12.0 mi 6.0
NATCHEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Natchez 12.3 mi 5.1
NATCHEZ HIGH SCHOOL Natchez 12.3 mi 5.2
MORGANTOWN ELEMENTARY Natchez 12.5 mi 6.2
Monterey High School Monterey 14.6 mi 7.4
Sicily Island High School Sicily Island 16.4 mi 4.4
Block High School Jonesville 15.1 mi 5.3
Jonesville Elementary School Jonesville 15.7 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71334 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$33,592

Median Home Value

$80,200

Median Rent

$666/mo

Population

9,382

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

40.8%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ferriday Upper Elementary School

What grades does Ferriday Upper Elementary School serve?

Ferriday Upper Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Ferriday Upper Elementary School?

Ferriday Upper Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ferriday Upper Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ferriday Upper Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ferriday Upper Elementary School rank in LA?

Ferriday Upper Elementary School ranks #378 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Ferriday Upper Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ferriday Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Ferriday Upper Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ferriday Upper Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ferriday Upper Elementary School a charter school?

No, Ferriday Upper Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ferriday Upper Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ferriday Upper Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ferriday Upper Elementary School?

88.4% of students at Ferriday Upper 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Concordia Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

Concordia Parish
District Enrollment
3,136
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,509
District Rank
#2 of 10

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