RACELAND LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Raceland Lower Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lafourche Parish school district, located in Raceland, LA with about 417 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 24 teachers, Raceland Lower 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.

Raceland Lower Elementary School, located at 144 Bowie Road in Raceland, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Lafourche Parish Public School District. The school is dedicated to the early developmental years of childhood, typically catering to students in pre-kindergarten through second grade. As a primary school, its mission centers on establishing a strong academic and social-emotional base, fostering a supportive environment where young learners can cultivate foundational literacy, numeracy, and interpersonal skills essential for their future educational journey.

The school is an integral part of the local Raceland community, working closely with families to promote student success and school pride. By emphasizing a nurturing atmosphere, Raceland Lower Elementary focuses on the "whole child," integrating core curriculum standards with activities designed to encourage curiosity and engagement. Through its commitment to high-quality early childhood education, the school prepares its students for a smooth transition to upper elementary grade levels while helping to shape the academic culture of the surrounding parish.

For more information, contact Raceland Lower Elementary School at (985) 537-6837 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.