Elton High School is a junior and senior high school in Elton, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of Jeff Davis Parish ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools. As of 2016 it has 250 students.
Serving 259 students in grades 6-12, Elton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Elton High School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Elton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elton High School is 0.73, 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
#852 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
24%
41%
White
42%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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 Elton High School's ranking?
Elton High School is ranked #852 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elton High School?
The graduation rate of Elton High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Elton High School?
259 students attend Elton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Elton High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elton High School?
Elton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elton High School offer ?
Elton High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elton High School part of?
Elton High School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
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