Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arabi Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arabi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arabi Elementary School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Arabi Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arabi Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#446 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
23%
11%
Black
31%
41%
White
37%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arabi Elementary School's ranking?
Arabi Elementary School is ranked #446 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Arabi Elementary School often compared to?
Arabi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph J. Davies Elementary School, Chalmette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Arabi Elementary School?
557 students attend Arabi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Arabi Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arabi Elementary School?
Arabi Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arabi Elementary School offer ?
Arabi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arabi Elementary School part of?
Arabi Elementary School is part of St. Bernard Parish School District.
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