Serving 353 students in grades 3-5, Vidalia Upper 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 39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vidalia Upper Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Vidalia Upper 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 Vidalia Upper Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#551 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
24%
41%
White
64%
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
62%
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 Vidalia Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Vidalia Upper Elementary School is ranked #551 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Vidalia Upper Elementary School?
353 students attend Vidalia Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Vidalia Upper Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vidalia Upper Elementary School?
Vidalia Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vidalia Upper Elementary School offer ?
Vidalia Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vidalia Upper Elementary School part of?
Vidalia Upper Elementary School is part of Concordia Parish School District.
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