JAMES A. HEROD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

James A. Herod Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Vermilion Parish school district, located in Abbeville, LA with about 444 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade 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 31 teachers, James A. Herod Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

James A. Herod Elementary School, located on Odea Street in Abbeville, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Vermilion Parish School District. Named in honor of a prominent local educator, the school is deeply rooted in the Abbeville community and is dedicated to fostering the academic and personal growth of its elementary-aged students. The school environment typically emphasizes core curriculum standards while striving to create a supportive atmosphere that prepares children for the transition to middle school.

As a pillar of the local area, Herod Elementary focuses on building strong relationships between students, faculty, and families to enhance the learning experience. The school generally prioritizes foundational literacy and numeracy skills, supplemented by programs designed to encourage character development and social-emotional learning. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and community engagement, the institution plays a vital role in the long-term educational development of the youth in Abbeville.

For more information, contact James A. Herod Elementary School at (337) 893-4258 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.