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Vidalia Upper Elementary School

Elementary School · Concordia Parish

1 Concordia Avenue, Vidalia, LA 71373

Enrollment

353

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#651 of 1,288

In Vidalia

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#6 of 10

Concordia Parish

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Vidalia Upper Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Vidalia · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Vidalia Lower Elementary School

5.7/10

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6.8/10

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About Vidalia Upper Elementary School

Vidalia Upper Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vidalia, LA, part of Concordia Parish. Vidalia Upper Elementary School serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Vidalia Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #651 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Vidalia Upper Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,509
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Vidalia Upper Elementary School — Students at Vidalia Upper Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 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
74%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2025
Math
37%
ELA
46.7%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Vidalia Upper Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in LA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

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

1 Concordia Avenue, Vidalia, LA 71373

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vidalia Upper Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFERSON CO ELEM SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Fayette), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ferriday Upper Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Ferriday), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ferriday Lower Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Ferriday), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Vidalia, see our Vidalia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Vidalia Lower Elementary School Vidalia 0.5 mi 5.7
Vidalia Junior High School Vidalia 0.6 mi 6.8
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Natchez 1.7 mi
Vidalia High School Vidalia 1.9 mi 4.9
SUSIE B WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Natchez 2.5 mi 4.7
MC LAURIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Natchez 3.2 mi 6.0
NATCHEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Natchez 3.4 mi 5.1
NATCHEZ HIGH SCHOOL Natchez 3.5 mi 5.2
NATCHEZ EARLY COLLEGE@CO-LIN Natchez 4.0 mi 8.0
MORGANTOWN ELEMENTARY Natchez 4.2 mi 6.2
Ferriday Lower Elementary School Ferriday 9.0 mi 7.1
Ferriday Upper Elementary School Ferriday 8.9 mi 7.3
Ferriday Junior High School Ferriday 8.9 mi 6.5
Ferriday High School Ferriday 9.2 mi 6.2
Concordia Education Center Ferriday 9.1 mi 4.7
Delta Charter School MST Ferriday 10.2 mi 5.1
Monterey High School Monterey 19.0 mi 7.4
Sicily Island High School Sicily Island 23.6 mi 4.4
JEFFERSON CO ELEM SCHOOL Fayette 22.4 mi 7.7
Tensas Elementary School St. Joseph 26.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,785

Median Home Value

$119,800

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

5,754

College Educated

15.4%

Homeownership

68.5%

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vidalia Upper Elementary School

What grades does Vidalia Upper Elementary School serve?

Vidalia Upper Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Vidalia Upper Elementary School?

Vidalia Upper Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vidalia Upper Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Vidalia Upper Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vidalia Upper Elementary School rank in LA?

Vidalia Upper Elementary School ranks #651 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Vidalia Upper Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Vidalia Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Vidalia Upper Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vidalia Upper Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Vidalia Upper Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Vidalia Upper Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

68.0% of students at Vidalia Upper 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Concordia Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

District

Concordia Parish
District Enrollment
3,136
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,509
District Rank
#6 of 10

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