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#37 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 3% in state

Lake Elementary School

Elementary School · Ascension Parish

14185 Hwy 431, St. Amant, LA 70774

Enrollment

893

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#37 of 1,288

In St. Amant

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#9 of 31

Ascension Parish

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Elementary School

9.1/10

Elementary School in St. Amant · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lake Elementary School

Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Amant, LA, part of Ascension Parish. Lake Elementary School serves approximately 893 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Lake Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency100% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency100% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+64 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+57.1 pts
Overall Proficiency100% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+41.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,108
Chronic Absenteeism8.8%

Lake Elementary School — Students at Lake Elementary School score 100% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.6% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.2% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 54 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
81%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2017
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2019
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2025
Math
53.7%
ELA
64.3%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Lake Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.1/10
97th percentile in LA
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

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

14185 Hwy 431, St. Amant, LA 70774

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairieville Primary School (rated 8.9/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Prairieville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sugar Mill Primary (rated 8.9/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Prairieville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pecan Grove Primary School (rated 8.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Gonzales), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Amant, see our St. Amant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
THE CHURCH ACADEMY Saint Amant 0.5 mi 6.8
Galvez Primary School Prairieville 2.1 mi 7.9
St. Amant High School St. Amant 2.3 mi 7.4
Central Middle School Gonzales 2.0 mi 8.7
Central Primary School Gonzales 2.3 mi 8.2
Lakeside Primary School Prairieville 2.9 mi 7.7
Galvez Middle School Prairieville 3.4 mi 9.0
St. Amant Middle School St. Amant 3.6 mi 9.2
St. Amant Primary School St. Amant 3.7 mi 8.5
ASCENSION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, ELEMENTARY Gonzales 4.0 mi 6.5
Gonzales Primary School Gonzales 4.0 mi 8.3
East Ascension High School Gonzales 4.2 mi 6.7
Pecan Grove Primary School Gonzales 4.4 mi 8.7
Prairieville Primary School Prairieville 4.5 mi 8.9
GONZALES BAPTIST ACADEMY Gonzales 5.0 mi
Sugar Mill Primary Prairieville 4.5 mi 8.9
French Settlement High School French Settlement 4.7 mi 7.0
G. W. Carver Primary School Gonzales 4.9 mi 7.1
French Settlement Elementary School French Settlement 4.8 mi 6.5
Gonzales Middle School Gonzales 5.4 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70774 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,466

Median Home Value

$243,600

Median Rent

$1,073/mo

Population

10,093

College Educated

14.4%

Homeownership

88.2%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

37.3

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Allen Ellender School Marrero, LA 9.0
Bluff Ridge Primary Prairieville, LA 9.0
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Oak Grove Primary School Prairieville, LA 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Elementary School

What grades does Lake Elementary School serve?

Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Lake Elementary School?

Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 893 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Elementary School rank in LA?

Lake Elementary School ranks #37 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Lake Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lake Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lake Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

43.4% of students at Lake 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
893
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ascension Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

District

Ascension Parish
District Enrollment
24,683
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,108
District Rank
#9 of 31

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