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#987 of 1,288 schools in LA
Hattie A. Watts Elementary School
Elementary School · St. Mary Parish
1307 Third Street, Patterson, LA 70392
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#987 of 1,288
In Patterson
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#18 of 21
St. Mary Parish
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Hattie A. Watts Elementary School
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About Hattie A. Watts Elementary School
Hattie A. Watts Elementary School is a public elementary school in Patterson, LA, part of St. Mary Parish.
Hattie A. Watts Elementary School serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hattie A.
Watts Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #987 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Hattie A. Watts Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Hattie A. Watts Elementary School — Students at Hattie A. Watts Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 4.1/10.
How Hattie A. Watts Elementary School Compares
See how Hattie A. Watts 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
1307 Third Street, Patterson, LA 70392
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hattie A. Watts Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stephensville Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Morgan City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bayou Vista Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Morgan City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Berwick Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Berwick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Patterson, see our Patterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70392 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,538
Median Home Value
$141,600
Median Rent
$760/mo
Population
8,158
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
68.1%
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hattie A. Watts Elementary School
What grades does Hattie A. Watts Elementary School serve?
Hattie A. Watts Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Hattie A. Watts Elementary School?
Hattie A. Watts Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hattie A. Watts Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hattie A. Watts Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hattie A. Watts Elementary School rank in LA?
Hattie A. Watts Elementary School ranks #987 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Hattie A. Watts Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hattie A. Watts Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Hattie A. Watts Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hattie A. Watts Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hattie A. Watts Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hattie A. Watts Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hattie A. Watts Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hattie A. Watts Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hattie A. Watts Elementary School?
80.1% of students at Hattie A. Watts 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- St. Mary Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (985) 395-5976
Resources & Links
District
St. Mary Parish- District Enrollment
- 7,794
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,177
- District Rank
- #18 of 21
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