WILLIAM HART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

William Hart Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson Parish school district, located in Gretna, LA with about 344 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 19 teachers, William Hart Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

William Hart Elementary School is a public school located in the Westbank community of Gretna, Louisiana, serving students within the Jefferson Parish Public School System. The school is situated on Hancock Street and provides foundational education for children in the local area, focusing on core academic subjects while fostering a supportive environment for early childhood and elementary development.

As a part of the Jefferson Parish school district, the institution is committed to the academic and social growth of its students, emphasizing grade-level proficiency and community engagement. The school typically offers a range of programs and activities designed to prepare its student body for middle school transitions, functioning as a vital educational anchor for families residing in the Gretna neighborhood.

For more information, contact William Hart Elementary School at (504) 366-4346 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.