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Very Good

#337 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 26% in state

Pontchartrain Elementary School

Elementary School · St. Tammany Parish

1500 West Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70471

Enrollment

689

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#337 of 1,288

In Mandeville

#10 of 14

public schools

In district

#26 of 55

St. Tammany Parish

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Pontchartrain Elementary School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Mandeville · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pontchartrain Elementary School

Pontchartrain Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mandeville, LA, part of St. Tammany Parish. Pontchartrain Elementary School serves approximately 689 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

Pontchartrain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #337 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Pontchartrain Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-2.28 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+30 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.1 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,823
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Pontchartrain Elementary School — Students at Pontchartrain Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
36.0% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 84.3% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
42.9% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 20 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2015
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
66%
ELA
70%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Pontchartrain Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in LA
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

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

1500 West Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70471

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pontchartrain Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Madisonville Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Madisonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodlake Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Marigny Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mandeville, see our Mandeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Tchefuncte Middle School Mandeville 0.0 mi 7.2
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mandeville 0.3 mi 5.4
Mandeville High School Mandeville 0.5 mi 7.0
Mandeville Elementary School Mandeville 1.9 mi 8.2
Mandeville Junior High School Mandeville 2.3 mi 9.1
Woodlake Elementary School Mandeville 3.4 mi 8.5
Marigny Elementary School Mandeville 3.5 mi 8.5
Lake Harbor Middle School Mandeville 3.6 mi 8.6
Magnolia Trace Elementary School Mandeville 3.6 mi 7.8
Madisonville Junior High School Madisonville 3.8 mi 8.2
CHRIST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Covington 4.2 mi 6.5
Fontainebleau Junior High School Mandeville 3.9 mi 7.8
Fontainebleau High School Mandeville 4.0 mi 6.2
LAKE CASTLE MADISONVILLE Madisonville 4.2 mi 4.6
Mandeville Middle Mandeville 4.3 mi 8.1
ST PAULS HIGH SCHOOL Covington 5.5 mi 4.3
Madisonville Elementary School Madisonville 5.1 mi 9.6
William Pitcher Junior High School Covington 5.8 mi 7.9
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Covington 5.9 mi 4.2
ST SCHOLASTICA ACADEMY Covington 5.9 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70471 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,510

Median Home Value

$370,100

Median Rent

$1,282/mo

Population

23,745

College Educated

52.3%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pontchartrain Elementary School

What grades does Pontchartrain Elementary School serve?

Pontchartrain Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Pontchartrain Elementary School?

Pontchartrain Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 689 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pontchartrain Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pontchartrain Elementary School rank in LA?

Pontchartrain Elementary School ranks #337 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Pontchartrain Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pontchartrain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Pontchartrain Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pontchartrain Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

Is Pontchartrain Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pontchartrain Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

23.7% of students at Pontchartrain 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
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
St. Tammany Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

St. Tammany Parish
District Enrollment
38,794
Schools in District
55
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,823
District Rank
#26 of 55

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