Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Verda Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Verda Elementary School's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Everyone Matters Everyone Learns Every Day
School Rankings
Verda 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 Verda Elementary School is 0.31, which is less 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
#529 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
11%
41%
White
82%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Verda Elementary School's ranking?
Verda Elementary School is ranked #529 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Verda Elementary School?
237 students attend Verda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Verda Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Verda Elementary School?
Verda Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Verda Elementary School offer ?
Verda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verda Elementary School part of?
Verda Elementary School is part of Grant Parish School District.
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