J.C. ELLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
J.C. Ellis Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson Parish school district, located in Metairie, LA with about 762 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, J.C. Ellis Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
J.C. Ellis Elementary School is a public school located in Metairie, Louisiana, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5th grade. As part of the Jefferson Parish School System, the school focuses on providing a foundational educational experience that emphasizes core academic subjects, including literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is known for its community-oriented atmosphere, striving to create a safe and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop both their academic skills and their character.
In addition to its standard curriculum, J.C. Ellis Elementary typically engages students through various extracurricular activities, school events, and supportive programs designed to foster social and emotional growth. The faculty and staff prioritize parental involvement and community partnerships to enhance the learning experience. Located in a residential area of Metairie, the school serves as a central hub for many local families, working to prepare its students for a successful transition into middle school.
For more information, contact J.C. Ellis Elementary School at (504) 833-7254 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Metairie, LA 70005-2051
(504) 833-7254
J.C. ELLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Metairie, LA with about 762 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Louisiana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jefferson Parish
- Total Students:
- 762
- Teachers:
- 43
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 762 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 40.8%
- Black or African American
- 25.5%
- White
- 25.2%
- Asian
- 4.6%
- Two or more races
- 3.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 50.9%
- Male
- 49.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.