ABITA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Abita Springs Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the St. Tammany Parish school district, located in Abita Springs, LA with about 690 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 38 teachers, Abita Springs Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Abita Springs Elementary School, located in the historic town of Abita Springs, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the St. Tammany Parish Public School System. The school is known for fostering a community-oriented environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of strong character in its young learners. By prioritizing a supportive atmosphere, the school aims to engage students through a blend of traditional curriculum and enrichment opportunities that reflect the unique charm and values of the surrounding Abita Springs area.
Beyond the classroom, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, often serving as a hub for family involvement and neighborhood engagement. With its location on Level Street, the school benefits from the quiet, scenic backdrop of St. Tammany Parish, providing a safe and nurturing setting for students in their formative years. The staff at Abita Springs Elementary is dedicated to maintaining high educational standards while ensuring that each child feels encouraged to explore their interests and develop the foundational skills necessary for future academic success.
For more information, contact Abita Springs Elementary School at (985) 892-8184 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Abita Springs, LA 70420
(985) 892-8184
ABITA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Abita Springs, LA with about 690 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Louisiana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- St. Tammany Parish
- Total Students:
- 690
- Teachers:
- 38.49
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 690 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending ABITA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.
- White
- 76.4%
- Black or African American
- 13.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.4%
- Two or more races
- 3.3%
- Asian
- 0.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 49.4%
- Male
- 50.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.