FIFTH WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fifth Ward Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the St. James Parish school district, located in St. James, LA with about 123 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 10 teachers, Fifth Ward Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Fifth Ward Elementary School is a public school located in the rural community of St. James, Louisiana. Serving students in the St. James Parish School District, the school is dedicated to providing foundational education within a close-knit, community-focused environment. As a key institution in the St. James area, it plays a vital role in the academic and social development of local children, emphasizing core subjects and the fundamental skills necessary for students to transition into middle school.

The school operates with a focus on meeting the specific needs of its student population, often leveraging the small-town atmosphere to foster strong relationships between educators, students, and families. Like many schools in the region, Fifth Ward Elementary works to balance traditional academic standards with the cultural values of the St. James Parish community. By maintaining a localized campus on Villavaso Street, the school serves as a central hub for early childhood learning and community engagement in the parish.

For more information, contact Fifth Ward Elementary School at (225) 258-4682 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.