The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 60-64% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 65-69% (which was approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 66%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students (09-10)
208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)60-64%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65-69%
66%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)n/a
3%
Black
(09-10)44%
46%
White
(09-10)56%
48%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
94%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average).
How many students attend Varnado Elementary School?
208 students attend Varnado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Varnado Elementary School students are White, and 44% of students are Black.
What grades does Varnado Elementary School offer ?
Varnado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Varnado Elementary School part of?
Varnado Elementary School is part of Washington Parish School District.
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