LUCILLE CHERBONNIER/NORBERT RILLIEUX ELEM. SCHOOL

Lucille Cherbonnier/Norbert Rillieux Elem. School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson Parish school district, located in Waggaman, LA with about 301 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 16 teachers, Lucille Cherbonnier/Norbert Rillieux Elem. 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.

Lucille Cherbonnier/Norbert Rillieux Elementary School, located in Waggaman, Louisiana, serves as a cornerstone of the local Jefferson Parish community. The school is known for its commitment to providing a foundational education for students in the surrounding area, focusing on academic development, social growth, and the cultivation of essential literacy and numeracy skills. By fostering a supportive and structured environment, the school aims to prepare its young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, the school emphasizes the importance of community engagement and character development. As part of the Jefferson Parish Public School System, it works to provide equitable resources and inclusive opportunities for its diverse student body. Through dedicated faculty and staff, Lucille Cherbonnier/Norbert Rillieux Elementary strives to create an inviting atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue excellence, participate in extracurricular activities, and develop a lifelong love for learning.

For more information, contact Lucille Cherbonnier/Norbert Rillieux Elem. School at (504) 431-9740 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.