Summary:
In zip code 70090, there is one elementary school, Vacherie Elementary School, serving grades PK through 3 with 364 students in the Vacherie, LA area.
Vacherie Elementary School is part of the St. James Parish school district, which holds a 3-star rating. The school serves a high-poverty population, with nearly 80% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, yet it boasts a remarkably low chronic absenteeism rate of 12.6%—nearly half the state average of 22.5%. This strong attendance is a positive foundation for learning. The school also benefits from a very low student-to-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, allowing for small class sizes and individualized attention.
Academically, the school shows notable contrasts. In the 2025-2026 school year, English Language Arts proficiency was 62%, slightly below the district (69%) and state (70%) averages. However, the school demonstrated a significant improvement in Mathematics, jumping from 49% proficiency in 2024-2025 to 60% in 2025-2026, nearly matching the state average of 62%. Social Studies proficiency was 54%, on par with the state average of 55%. Interestingly, the school's performance is consistent across grade levels, with 3rd-grade scores mirroring the all-grades averages, indicating no significant drop-off in upper elementary. While the school's state ranking has fluctuated over recent years, its strong attendance and recent math gains are positive signs for families considering this school.
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