Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Galliano Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galliano Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Galliano Elementary School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Galliano Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galliano Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#181 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
31%
11%
Black
1%
41%
White
54%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galliano Elementary School's ranking?
Galliano Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 1,244 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Galliano Elementary School?
426 students attend Galliano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Galliano Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galliano Elementary School?
Galliano Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galliano Elementary School offer ?
Galliano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galliano Elementary School part of?
Galliano Elementary School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 4/20/2010
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