Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Joseph C Moscona 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 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph C Moscona School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Joseph C Moscona School's student population of 590 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Joseph C Moscona School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph C Moscona School is 0.64, 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
#792 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
46%
11%
Black
15%
41%
White
36%
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
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
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 Joseph C Moscona School's ranking?
Joseph C Moscona School is ranked #792 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Joseph C Moscona School?
590 students attend Joseph C Moscona School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Joseph C Moscona School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph C Moscona School?
Joseph C Moscona School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph C Moscona School offer ?
Joseph C Moscona School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph C Moscona School part of?
Joseph C Moscona School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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