Serving 439 students in grades 4-6, Gramercy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gramercy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Gramercy Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gramercy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gramercy Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#501 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
53%
41%
White
44%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gramercy Elementary School's ranking?
Gramercy Elementary School is ranked #501 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Gramercy Elementary School?
439 students attend Gramercy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Gramercy Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gramercy Elementary School?
Gramercy Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gramercy Elementary School offer ?
Gramercy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Gramercy Elementary School part of?
Gramercy Elementary School is part of St. James Parish School District.
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