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#726 of 1,288 schools in LA
Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl.
Elementary School · St. John the Baptist Parish
Post Office Drawer R, Garyville, LA 70051
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#726 of 1,288
In district
#3 of 10
St. John the Baptist Parish
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl.
Elementary School in Garyville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
West St. John Elementary School (k-7)
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About Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl.
Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. is a public elementary school in Garyville, LA, part of St. John the Baptist Parish.
Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Garyville/mt.
Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #726 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. — Students at Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 52 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: 4.5/10.
How Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. Compares
See how Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. 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
Post Office Drawer R, Garyville, LA 70051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Reserve), which scores notably higher. Another option is ASCENSION OF OUR LORD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby La Place), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby La Place), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garyville, see our Garyville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West St. John Elementary School (K-7) Edgard | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Gramercy Elementary School Gramercy | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| RIVERSIDE ACADEMY Reserve | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Reserve | 3.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Lutcher High School Lutcher | 4.2 mi | 8.3 |
| West St. John High School Edgard | 4.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ST PETER CHANEL INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL Paulina | 5.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Fifth Ward Elementary School Reserve | 5.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Paulina Elementary School Paulina | 5.7 mi | 6.1 |
| East St. John High School Reserve | 6.0 mi | 3.7 |
| East St. John Preparatory Academy Laplace | 6.6 mi | 5.1 |
| St. James High School Vacherie | 7.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Vacherie Elementary School Vacherie | 8.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC SCHOOL La Place | 7.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Sixth Ward Elementary School Vacherie | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| LaPlace Elementary School Laplace | 8.3 mi | 5.3 |
| John L. Ory Communications Magnet Elementary Laplace | 8.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Emily C. Watkins Elementary Laplace | 8.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ASCENSION OF OUR LORD CATHOLIC SCHOOL La Place | 9.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School Laplace | 9.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,417
Median Home Value
$141,000
Population
1,913
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
89.2%
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
42.5
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| Baskin School Baskin, LA | 6.1 |
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| Chesbrough Elementary School Kentwood, LA | 6.1 |
| Grayson Elementary School Grayson, LA | 6.1 |
| Napoleonville Primary School Napoleonville, LA | 6.1 |
| W. Smith Jr. Elementary School Violet, LA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl.
What grades does Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. serve?
Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl.?
Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl.?
The student-teacher ratio at Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. rank in LA?
Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. ranks #726 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. a charter school?
No, Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. a Title I school?
No, Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl.?
81.3% of students at Garyville/mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. John the Baptist Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (985) 535-5400
Resources & Links
District
St. John the Baptist Parish- District Enrollment
- 5,429
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,438
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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