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Isaac G Joseph Elementary School

Elementary School · Jefferson Parish

1525 Spruce Street, Westwego, LA 70094

Enrollment

534

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#661 of 1,288

In Westwego

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#32 of 74

Jefferson Parish

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Isaac G Joseph Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Westwego · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Stella Worley Middle School

5.1/10

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8.7/10

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About Isaac G Joseph Elementary School

Isaac G Joseph Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westwego, LA, part of Jefferson Parish. Isaac G Joseph Elementary School serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Isaac G Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #661 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Isaac G Joseph Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,155
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Isaac G Joseph Elementary School — Students at Isaac G Joseph Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.5% (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
52%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
23.7%
ELA
25.7%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Isaac G Joseph Elementary School Compares

See how Isaac G Joseph Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in LA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

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

1525 Spruce Street, Westwego, LA 70094

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Isaac G Joseph Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST GEORGES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ray St. Pierre Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ECOLE BILINGUE DE LA NOUVELLE ORLEANS (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westwego, see our Westwego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Stella Worley Middle School Westwego 0.4 mi 5.1
Ray St. Pierre Academy for Advanced Studies Westwego 0.8 mi 8.7
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Marrero 0.7 mi 6.2
WEATHERFORD ACADEMY Westwego 0.8 mi
L.W. Higgins High School Marrero 1.1 mi 4.1
Judge Lionel R. Collins Elementary School Marrero 1.3 mi 4.9
Lincoln School for the Arts Marrero 1.4 mi 6.3
ARCHBISHOP SHAW HIGH SCHOOL Marrero 1.8 mi 7.7
Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science New Orleans 2.0 mi 6.1
ST KATHARINE DREXEL PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Orleans 2.0 mi 6.4
Audubon Charter School New Orleans 2.4 mi 5.7
CONQUERING WORD CHRISTIN ACADEMY WESTBANK Marrero 2.1 mi 7.1
DE LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 2.3 mi 7.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Marrero 2.2 mi 7.4
ST GEORGES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL New Orleans 2.5 mi 9.1
HOLY NAME OF JESUS SCHOOL New Orleans 2.7 mi 7.5
ECOLE BILINGUE DE LA NOUVELLE ORLEANS New Orleans 2.5 mi 8.7
ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Orleans 2.5 mi 6.3
Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence New Orleans 2.6 mi 2.4
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART New Orleans 2.6 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70094 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,657

Median Home Value

$154,600

Median Rent

$1,172/mo

Population

32,031

College Educated

13.9%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

25.3%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Isaac G Joseph Elementary School

What grades does Isaac G Joseph Elementary School serve?

Isaac G Joseph Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Isaac G Joseph Elementary School?

Isaac G Joseph Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Isaac G Joseph Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Isaac G Joseph Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Isaac G Joseph Elementary School rank in LA?

Isaac G Joseph Elementary School ranks #661 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Isaac G Joseph Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Isaac G Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Isaac G Joseph Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Isaac G Joseph Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Isaac G Joseph Elementary School a charter school?

No, Isaac G Joseph Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Isaac G Joseph Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Isaac G Joseph Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Isaac G Joseph Elementary School?

76.2% of students at Isaac G Joseph 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

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