Serving 1,033 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jennings 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 31% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,033 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jennings Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jennings Elementary School's student population of 1,033 students has grown by 94% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 160% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,033 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Jennings 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 Jennings Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#605 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
35%
41%
White
50%
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
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Jennings Elementary School's ranking?
Jennings Elementary School is ranked #605 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Jennings Elementary School often compared to?
Jennings Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hathaway High School, Jennings High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Jennings Elementary School?
1,033 students attend Jennings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jennings Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jennings Elementary School?
Jennings Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jennings Elementary School offer ?
Jennings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jennings Elementary School part of?
Jennings Elementary School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
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