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#628 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 49% in state

St. Charles Street Elementary School

Elementary School · Iberia Parish

1921 St. Charles Street, Jeanerette, LA 70544

Enrollment

344

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#628 of 1,288

In Jeanerette

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#17 of 23

Iberia Parish

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St. Charles Street Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Jeanerette · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Jeanerette Senior High School

7.7/10

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6.9/10

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About St. Charles Street Elementary School

St. Charles Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jeanerette, LA, part of Iberia Parish. St.

Charles Street Elementary School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St. Charles Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #628 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for St. Charles Street Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.2% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.2% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,572
Chronic Absenteeism20.3%

St. Charles Street Elementary School — Students at St. Charles Street Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.4% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 44 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
68%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
36.3%
ELA
33.3%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How St. Charles Street Elementary School Compares

See how St. Charles Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in LA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

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

1921 St. Charles Street, Jeanerette, LA 70544

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Charles Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chitimacha Tribal School (rated 8.1/10, 8.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belle Place Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby New Iberia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loreauville Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Loreauville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jeanerette, see our Jeanerette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Jeanerette Senior High School Jeanerette 2.5 mi 7.7
Caneview Elementary School New Iberia 6.4 mi 6.9
V. B. Glencoe Charter School Franklin 7.5 mi 5.7
ACADIANA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Iberia 6.8 mi 6.0
Belle Place Elementary School New Iberia 7.8 mi 7.9
B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School Baldwin 7.6 mi 8.3
West St. Mary High School Baldwin 7.6 mi 6.8
Belle Place Middle School New Iberia 8.0 mi 8.6
Magnolia Elementary New Iberia 7.9 mi 5.6
Raintree Elementary School Baldwin 8.2 mi 6.8
Chitimacha Tribal School Jeanerette 8.8 mi 8.1
Loreauville Elementary School Loreauville 10.1 mi 7.7
North Lewis Elementary School New Iberia 9.5 mi 7.2
New Iberia Senior High School New Iberia 9.4 mi 7.1
Loreauville High School Loreauville 10.4 mi 7.7
HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Iberia 9.8 mi 6.0
Pesson Addition Elementary School New Iberia 10.2 mi 6.5
Daspit Road Elementary School New Iberia 11.0 mi 5.9
EPIPHANY DAY SCHOOL New Iberia 10.8 mi 7.2
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Iberia 10.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,819

Median Home Value

$110,000

Median Rent

$758/mo

Population

10,407

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

24.8%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Charles Street Elementary School

What grades does St. Charles Street Elementary School serve?

St. Charles Street Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend St. Charles Street Elementary School?

St. Charles Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Charles Street Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Charles Street Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Charles Street Elementary School rank in LA?

St. Charles Street Elementary School ranks #628 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is St. Charles Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Charles Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 St. Charles Street Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Charles Street Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St. Charles Street Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is St. Charles Street Elementary School a Title I school?

No, St. Charles Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Charles Street Elementary School?

84.0% of students at St. Charles Street 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Iberia Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

District

Iberia Parish
District Enrollment
11,427
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,572
District Rank
#17 of 23

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