Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berwick Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berwick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Berwick Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berwick Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berwick Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
11%
41%
White
62%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berwick Elementary School's ranking?
Berwick Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Berwick Elementary School?
465 students attend Berwick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Berwick Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berwick Elementary School?
Berwick Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berwick Elementary School offer ?
Berwick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Berwick Elementary School part of?
Berwick Elementary School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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