Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Johnston Hopkins Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnston Hopkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Johnston Hopkins Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnston Hopkins Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnston Hopkins Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1054 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
85%
41%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnston Hopkins Elementary School's ranking?
Johnston Hopkins Elementary School is ranked #1054 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Johnston Hopkins Elementary School often compared to?
Johnston Hopkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coteau Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Johnston Hopkins Elementary School?
468 students attend Johnston Hopkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Johnston Hopkins Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnston Hopkins Elementary School?
Johnston Hopkins Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnston Hopkins Elementary School offer ?
Johnston Hopkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Johnston Hopkins Elementary School part of?
Johnston Hopkins Elementary School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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