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#577 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 45% in state

St. Landry Charter School

Elementary School · St. Landry Primary School Incl.

1203 Burr Street, Opelousas, LA 70571

Charter

Enrollment

311

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#577 of 1,288

In Opelousas

#3 of 12

public schools

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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St. Landry Charter School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Opelousas · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Opelousas Junior High School

4.6/10

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4.6/10

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About St. Landry Charter School

St. Landry Charter School is a public elementary school in Opelousas, LA, part of St. Landry Primary School Incl.

St. Landry Charter School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St.

Landry Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #577 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for St. Landry Charter School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

How it comparesOn par with LA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at St. Landry Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

St. Landry Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+2.95 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.2% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.7 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,059
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

St. Landry Charter School — Students at St. Landry Charter School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 7.9% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
34.5% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 21.3% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
42.7% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 22 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
9%
ELA
23.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.

How St. Landry Charter School Compares

See how St. Landry Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in LA
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

Location

1203 Burr Street, Opelousas, LA 70571

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Landry Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST IGNATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Grand Coteau), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Park Vista Elementary School (rated 5.0/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Opelousas, see our Opelousas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Opelousas Junior High School Opelousas 0.7 mi 4.6
Grolee Elementary School Opelousas 0.9 mi 4.6
Opelousas Middle School Opelousas 1.1 mi 6.2
JS Clark Leadership Academy Opelousas 1.3 mi 3.9
Park Vista Elementary School Opelousas 1.5 mi 5.0
Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts Opelousas 1.5 mi 8.4
Creswell Middle School Opelousas 1.6 mi 7.9
OPELOUSAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Opelousas 1.7 mi 5.7
Northeast Elementary School Opelousas 1.9 mi 4.8
Opelousas Senior High School Opelousas 2.3 mi 4.0
FAMILY WORSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Opelousas 2.9 mi 5.3
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Opelousas 4.5 mi 7.0
Plaisance Middle School Opelousas 6.8 mi 5.9
Washington Elementary School Washington 7.0 mi 7.4
Northwest High School Opelousas 6.5 mi 5.9
Lawtell Elementary School Lawtell 6.3 mi 4.8
Ecole Saint-Landry Sunset 8.0 mi 4.5
Grand Coteau Elementary School Grand Coteau 7.8 mi 5.0
ST IGNATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Coteau 7.9 mi 5.6
Sunset Middle School Sunset 8.6 mi 4.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
J.S. Aucoin Elementary School Amelia, LA 6.6
ST EDWARD SCHOOL New Iberia, LA 6.6
TRAFTON ACADEMY AT HAMMOND Hammond, LA 6.6
ASCENSION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, ELEMENTARY Gonzales, LA 6.5
Abney Elementary Early Childhood Center Slidell, LA 6.5
Fort Necessity School Fort Necessity, LA 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Landry Charter School

What grades does St. Landry Charter School serve?

St. Landry Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend St. Landry Charter School?

St. Landry Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Landry Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Landry Charter School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Landry Charter School rank in LA?

St. Landry Charter School ranks #577 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is St. Landry Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Landry Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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. Landry Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Landry Charter School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

Is St. Landry Charter School a charter school?

Yes, St. Landry Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is St. Landry Charter School a Title I school?

No, St. Landry Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Landry Charter School?

82.3% of students at St. Landry Charter 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
St. Landry Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

St. Landry Primary School Incl.
District Enrollment
311
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,059
District Rank
#1 of 1

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