VALVERDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Valverda Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pointe Coupee Parish school district, located in Maringouin, LA with about 632 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 30 teachers, Valverda Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Valverda Elementary School is a public school located in the rural community of Maringouin, Louisiana, serving as part of the Iberville Parish School District. The school provides foundational education to students in the area, typically focusing on elementary-aged children. As a small-town school, it serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing academic development and fostering a supportive environment for its student body.

The school’s location on Valverda Road places it within a quiet, residential-agricultural setting, which often influences the school's culture and community involvement. Like many institutions in the Iberville Parish system, Valverda Elementary aims to provide students with the core curriculum required for state standards while navigating the unique challenges and benefits of a smaller, rural school district. Parents and community members are generally involved in school activities, contributing to a close-knit educational experience for the children of Maringouin.

For more information, contact Valverda Elementary School at (225) 637-2695 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.