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#723 of 1,288 schools in LA

J.f. Gauthier School

Elementary School · St. Bernard Parish

1200 East LA Highway 46, St. Bernard, LA 70085

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

517

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

517

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#723 of 1,288

In St. Bernard

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#4 of 12

St. Bernard Parish

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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About J.f. Gauthier School

J.f. Gauthier School is a public elementary school in St. Bernard, LA, part of St.

Bernard Parish. J.f. Gauthier School serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

J.f. Gauthier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #723 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for J.f.

Gauthier School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
District avg 5.6
LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.1Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-2.62 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics7.4Very Good30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency42% (2025 LEAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency47.7% (2025 LEAP)

Math vs. State Avg+6 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+4.8 pts

Overall Proficiency45% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)

vs. Expected+3.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile62th

Resources & Environment6.7Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,986

Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

J.f. Gauthier School — Students at J.f. Gauthier School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

35.9% (2025 LEAP)

ELA Proficiency 69.3% (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

82%

ELA

77%

2010

Math

89%

ELA

82%

2011

Math

87%

ELA

83%

2012

Math

91%

ELA

87%

2013

Math

91%

ELA

84%

2014

Math

73%

ELA

82%

2015

Math

83%

ELA

75%

2016

Math

77%

ELA

80%

2017

Math

76%

ELA

78%

2018

Math

79%

ELA

79%

2019

Math

79%

ELA

79%

2020*

Math

50%

ELA

49%

2021*

Math

50%

ELA

49%

2022

Math

49%

ELA

51%

2025

Math

42%

ELA

47.7%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How J.f. Gauthier School Compares

See how J.f. Gauthier School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.1/10

44th percentile in LA

Academic

7.4/10

Very Good

Growth

5.1/10

Average

Environment

6.7/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

66%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

34 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

13.3%

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

1200 East LA Highway 46, St. Bernard, LA 70085

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering J.f. Gauthier School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belle Chasse Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Belle Chasse), which scores notably higher. Another option is Joseph J. Davies Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Meraux), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Chalmette), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Bernard, see our St. Bernard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
St. Bernard Middle School St. Bernard	0.9 mi	355	6.3
W. Smith Jr. Elementary School Violet	1.4 mi	362	6.1
N.P. Trist Middle School Meraux	4.5 mi	778	6.3
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School Meraux	5.1 mi	650	8.0
Belle Chasse Elementary School Belle Chasse	5.3 mi	606	8.5
Belle Chasse Primary School Belle Chasse	5.4 mi	512	7.2
Lacoste Elementary School Chalmette	6.0 mi	711	5.2
Chalmette High School Chalmette	6.0 mi	2,317	5.5
Belle Chasse High School Belle Chasse	6.0 mi	979	7.8
OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL Chalmette	6.7 mi	300	7.5
Elan Academy Charter School New Orleans	6.6 mi	437	4.2
Arlene Meraux Elementary School Chalmette	7.3 mi	624	3.6
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Belle Chasse	6.9 mi	22	—
Dwight D. Eisenhower Charter School New Orleans	7.0 mi	622	5.0
C.F. Rowley Alternative School Chalmette	7.4 mi	184	3.3
Chalmette Elementary School Chalmette	7.5 mi	485	5.0
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School New Orleans	7.4 mi	738	4.9
Andrew Jackson Middle School Chalmette	7.9 mi	607	5.2
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish Terrytown	7.8 mi	1,125	2.4
Geraldine Boudreaux Elementary School Terrytown	8.0 mi	714	7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,940

Median Home Value

$150,300

Median Rent

$1,100/mo

Population

4,952

College Educated

12.9%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

21.7%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about J.f. Gauthier School

What grades does J.f. Gauthier School serve?

J.f. Gauthier School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend J.f. Gauthier School?

J.f. Gauthier School has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J.f. Gauthier School?

The student-teacher ratio at J.f. Gauthier School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does J.f. Gauthier School rank in LA?

J.f. Gauthier School ranks #723 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is J.f. Gauthier School's MySchoolScout rating?

J.f. Gauthier School 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 J.f. Gauthier School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, J.f. Gauthier School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is J.f. Gauthier School a charter school?

No, J.f. Gauthier School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is J.f. Gauthier School a Title I school?

No, J.f. Gauthier School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J.f. Gauthier School?

65.8% of students at J.f. Gauthier 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.