Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lucille Cherbonnier 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucille Cherbonnier School's student population of 466 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lucille Cherbonnier 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 Lucille Cherbonnier School is 0.50, 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
#1107 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
68%
42%
White
10%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucille Cherbonnier School's ranking?
Lucille Cherbonnier School is ranked #1107 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lucille Cherbonnier School?
466 students attend Lucille Cherbonnier School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lucille Cherbonnier School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucille Cherbonnier School?
Lucille Cherbonnier School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lucille Cherbonnier School offer ?
Lucille Cherbonnier School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lucille Cherbonnier School part of?
Lucille Cherbonnier School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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