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Lacoste Elementary School

Elementary School · St. Bernard Parish

1625 Missouri Street, Chalmette, LA 70043

Enrollment

711

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#964 of 1,288

In Chalmette

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

St. Bernard Parish

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Lacoste Elementary School

5.2/10

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

Chalmette High School

5.5/10

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3.6/10

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About Lacoste Elementary School

Lacoste Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chalmette, LA, part of St. Bernard Parish. Lacoste Elementary School serves approximately 711 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

Lacoste Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #964 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Lacoste Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-3.1 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,986
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

Lacoste Elementary School — Students at Lacoste Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 34 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
88%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2025
Math
43.3%
ELA
51%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Lacoste Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
25th percentile in LA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

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

1625 Missouri Street, Chalmette, LA 70043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lacoste Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belle Chasse Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Belle Chasse), which scores notably higher. Another option is Joseph J. Davies Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Meraux), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chalmette, see our Chalmette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Chalmette High School Chalmette 0.6 mi 5.5
Arlene Meraux Elementary School Chalmette 1.3 mi 3.6
OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL Chalmette 1.3 mi 7.5
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School Meraux 1.4 mi 8.0
N.P. Trist Middle School Meraux 1.6 mi 6.3
Chalmette Elementary School Chalmette 1.9 mi 5.0
C.F. Rowley Alternative School Chalmette 2.0 mi 3.3
Andrew Jackson Middle School Chalmette 2.4 mi 5.2
Elan Academy Charter School New Orleans 3.0 mi 4.2
Arabi Elementary School Arabi 3.4 mi 5.5
Belle Chasse Primary School Belle Chasse 3.8 mi 7.2
Belle Chasse Elementary School Belle Chasse 3.9 mi 8.5
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School New Orleans 3.6 mi 4.9
Edna Karr High School New Orleans 3.8 mi 4.1
Dwight D. Eisenhower Charter School New Orleans 4.1 mi 5.0
LIGHT CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Orleans 4.1 mi
W. Smith Jr. Elementary School Violet 4.7 mi 6.1
Dr. Martin Luther King Charter School for Sci Tech New Orleans 4.4 mi 2.3
Dorothy Height Charter School New Orleans 4.7 mi 3.7
ReNEW Schaumburg Elementary New Orleans 5.6 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,065

Median Home Value

$203,800

Median Rent

$1,091/mo

Population

22,461

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

59.8%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

24.5%

Median Age

34.6

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University Elementary School Shreveport, LA 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lacoste Elementary School

What grades does Lacoste Elementary School serve?

Lacoste Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lacoste Elementary School?

Lacoste Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 711 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lacoste Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lacoste Elementary School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lacoste Elementary School rank in LA?

Lacoste Elementary School ranks #964 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Lacoste Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lacoste Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Lacoste Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lacoste Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

Is Lacoste Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lacoste Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

56.1% of students at Lacoste 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Bernard Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

District

St. Bernard Parish
District Enrollment
8,147
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,986
District Rank
#9 of 12

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