LUTCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lutcher Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the St. James Parish school district, located in Lutcher, LA with about 140 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 15 teachers, Lutcher Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Lutcher Elementary School, located at 2461 N. King Avenue in Lutcher, Louisiana, serves as a cornerstone of the local St. James Parish community. As a public institution, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of its elementary-age students. The school plays an integral role in the town of Lutcher, providing foundational education designed to prepare children for their future academic transitions while emphasizing the importance of community involvement and lifelong learning.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student achievement and a supportive learning atmosphere. By integrating core curriculum standards with a variety of extracurricular opportunities, Lutcher Elementary aims to meet the diverse needs of its student body. As part of the St. James Parish School System, the institution benefits from district-wide resources and initiatives that focus on professional development for staff and the implementation of modern instructional strategies, ensuring that students have access to a well-rounded and effective educational experience within a close-knit, supportive environment.

For more information, contact Lutcher Elementary School at (225) 258-5402 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.