Raceland Upper Elementary School
293 Students
Elementary School 3rd - 5th
School Overview
Raceland Upper Elementary School, located on Highway 308 in Raceland, Louisiana, serves as a key educational institution within the Lafourche Parish Public School System. Typically catering to students in the upper elementary grades (often bridging the gap between primary schooling and middle school), the institution is dedicated to fostering both academic growth and social development. The school is situated in a tight-knit community, reflecting the values of the surrounding Raceland area and striving to provide a supportive environment that prepares students for the transition to secondary education.
The school places a strong emphasis on foundational learning, utilizing state-aligned curricula to ensure students reach proficiency in core subjects like English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Raceland Upper Elementary often engages in initiatives that promote character building and extracurricular involvement, aiming to create a well-rounded student body. By focusing on individualized attention and community partnerships, the school remains a vital pillar for families in Lafourche Parish, dedicated to equipping its students with the skills and confidence necessary for long-term academic success.
The school places a strong emphasis on foundational learning, utilizing state-aligned curricula to ensure students reach proficiency in core subjects like English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Raceland Upper Elementary often engages in initiatives that promote character building and extracurricular involvement, aiming to create a well-rounded student body. By focusing on individualized attention and community partnerships, the school remains a vital pillar for families in Lafourche Parish, dedicated to equipping its students with the skills and confidence necessary for long-term academic success.
293
Total Students
18.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 142 |
| Hispanic | 20 |
| Black | 113 |
| Two or More | 16 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White142 (48.5 %)
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Black113 (38.6 %)
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Hispanic20 (6.8 %)
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Two or More16 (5.5 %)
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American Indian2 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Lafourche Parish |
| Phone: | (985)537-5142 |
| Grade Range: | 3rd - 5th |
| Total Students: | 293 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 18.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 229 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 7 |
Grades Taught
Grade 3
106
Grade 4
89
Grade 5
98
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 3 | 106 |
| Grade 4 | 89 |
| Grade 5 | 98 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 159 | 54.3% |
| Male | 134 | 45.7% |
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