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Laplace Elementary School

Elementary School · St. John the Baptist Parish

393 Greenwood Drive, Laplace, LA 70068

Enrollment

781

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#928 of 1,288

In Laplace

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

St. John the Baptist Parish

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Laplace Elementary School

5.3/10

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

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About Laplace Elementary School

Laplace Elementary School is a public elementary school in Laplace, LA, part of St. John the Baptist Parish. Laplace Elementary School serves approximately 781 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

Laplace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #928 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Laplace Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,438
Chronic Absenteeism13.7%

Laplace Elementary School — Students at Laplace Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.6% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 53 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
69%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
29%
2025
Math
26.7%
ELA
26.7%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Laplace Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
28th percentile in LA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.7%

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

393 Greenwood Drive, Laplace, LA 70068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Laplace Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Sarpy Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Destrehan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norco Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Norco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Reserve), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Laplace, see our Laplace schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ASCENSION OF OUR LORD CATHOLIC SCHOOL La Place 0.7 mi 7.6
ST JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC SCHOOL La Place 1.0 mi 7.5
John L. Ory Communications Magnet Elementary Laplace 1.2 mi 6.3
Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School Laplace 1.5 mi 6.5
East St. John Preparatory Academy Laplace 1.7 mi 5.1
Emily C. Watkins Elementary Laplace 2.0 mi 6.1
East St. John High School Reserve 2.4 mi 3.7
Fifth Ward Elementary School Reserve 3.1 mi 5.1
RIVERSIDE ACADEMY Reserve 4.4 mi 6.0
ST PETER SCHOOL Reserve 4.4 mi 7.9
West St. John Elementary School (K-7) Edgard 5.1 mi 5.3
West St. John High School Edgard 5.8 mi 4.3
Norco Elementary School Norco 6.6 mi 9.1
Garyville/Mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. Garyville 8.3 mi 6.1
Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School Destrehan 10.0 mi 7.8
New Sarpy Elementary School Destrehan 10.2 mi 9.4
Destrehan High School Destrehan 10.4 mi 7.7
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Destrehan 11.5 mi 5.3
Harry M. Hurst Middle School Destrehan 11.6 mi 8.9
R.K. Smith Middle School Luling 12.3 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,334

Median Home Value

$191,400

Median Rent

$1,117/mo

Population

33,041

College Educated

18.7%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Laplace Elementary School

What grades does Laplace Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Laplace Elementary School?

Laplace Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 781 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Laplace Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Laplace Elementary School rank in LA?

Laplace Elementary School ranks #928 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Laplace Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Laplace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Laplace Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Laplace Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Laplace Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Laplace Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

73.5% of students at Laplace 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
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. John the Baptist Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.7%

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