JOSEPH J. DAVIES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Joseph J. Davies Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the St. Bernard Parish school district, located in Meraux, LA with about 723 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 41 teachers, Joseph J. Davies 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.

Joseph J. Davies Elementary School, located in Meraux, Louisiana, serves as a cornerstone of the St. Bernard Parish Public School System. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment for students in the elementary grades. With a focus on foundational learning, the faculty emphasizes the development of core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking, while also promoting social-emotional growth to prepare students for future academic success.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Joseph J. Davies Elementary is known for its strong sense of community and school spirit. The school actively encourages parental involvement and community partnerships to enrich the educational experience, offering various extracurricular activities and programs designed to help students discover their unique talents. By maintaining a student-centered approach, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential within the St. Bernard Parish district.

For more information, contact Joseph J. Davies Elementary School at (504) 267-7890 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.