Very Good
#281 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 22% in state
Ossun Elementary School
Elementary School · Lafayette Parish
400 Rue Scholastique, Lafayette, LA 70507
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#281 of 1,288
In Lafayette
#7 of 28
public schools
In district
#12 of 43
Lafayette Parish
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Ossun Elementary School
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About Ossun Elementary School
Ossun Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lafayette, LA, part of Lafayette Parish. Ossun Elementary School serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ossun Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #281 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Ossun Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Ossun Elementary School — Students at Ossun Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.3/10.
How Ossun Elementary School Compares
See how Ossun Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
400 Rue Scholastique, Lafayette, LA 70507
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ossun Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. L. Leo Judice Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Scott), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Alice N. Boucher Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 5.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Westside Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Scott), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Live Oak Elementary School Lafayette | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Westside Elementary School Scott | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Carencro Middle School Carencro | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CARENCRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Carencro | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
| L. Leo Judice Elementary School Scott | 3.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Carencro High School Lafayette | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scott | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Scott Middle School Scott | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Cankton Elementary School Cankton | 4.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary Carencro | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| J. Wallace James Elementary School Scott | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy Lafayette | 4.2 mi | 3.6 |
| JCFA Lafayette Lafayette | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| LAFAYETTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lafayette | 4.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Early College Academy Lafayette | 5.5 mi | 7.0 |
| S.J. Montgomery Elementary School Lafayette | 5.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Acadiana High School Lafayette | 5.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Evangeline Elementary School Lafayette | 5.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Alice N. Boucher Elementary School Lafayette | 5.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Acadian Middle School Lafayette | 5.2 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70507 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,010
Median Home Value
$206,700
Median Rent
$937/mo
Population
19,215
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
37.3
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|---|---|
| Chateau Estates School Kenner, LA | 7.7 |
| Cut Off Elementary School Cut Off, LA | 7.7 |
| J. I. Watson Elementary School Iowa, LA | 7.7 |
| Jefferson Island Road Elementary New Iberia, LA | 7.7 |
| Loreauville Elementary School Loreauville, LA | 7.7 |
| Shenandoah Elementary School Baton Rouge, LA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ossun Elementary School
What grades does Ossun Elementary School serve?
Ossun Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ossun Elementary School?
Ossun Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ossun Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ossun Elementary School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ossun Elementary School rank in LA?
Ossun Elementary School ranks #281 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Ossun Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ossun Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Ossun Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ossun Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ossun Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ossun Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ossun Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ossun Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ossun Elementary School?
80.3% of students at Ossun 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 518
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lafayette Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.2%
- Phone
- (337) 521-7770
Resources & Links
District
Lafayette Parish- District Enrollment
- 30,991
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,386
- District Rank
- #12 of 43
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