Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, M.e. Norman Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower 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 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M.e. Norman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
M.e. Norman Elementary School's student population of 370 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
M.e. Norman Elementary 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 M.e. Norman Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#656 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
33%
11%
Black
22%
41%
White
38%
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
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 M.e. Norman Elementary School's ranking?
M.e. Norman Elementary School is ranked #656 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?
25-29% 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 M.e. Norman Elementary School?
370 students attend M.e. Norman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of M.e. Norman Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M.e. Norman Elementary School?
M.e. Norman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does M.e. Norman Elementary School offer ?
M.e. Norman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is M.e. Norman Elementary School part of?
M.e. Norman Elementary School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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