Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. Amant Primary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Amant Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Amant Primary School's student population of 600 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Amant Primary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Amant Primary School is 0.35, 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
#101 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
5%
41%
White
80%
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
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 St. Amant Primary School's ranking?
St. Amant Primary School is ranked #101 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are St. Amant Primary School often compared to?
St. Amant Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galvez Primary School, Sorrento Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend St. Amant Primary School?
600 students attend St. Amant Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of St. Amant Primary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Amant Primary School?
St. Amant Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Amant Primary School offer ?
St. Amant Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Amant Primary School part of?
St. Amant Primary School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter Larissa started at St.Amant went on to graduate with "A"s
Her eldest daughter Alicia attended, and is now in St.Amant high with "A"
Her youngest Chloe is now attending in 1 st grade and making "A"s
I highly recommend them because they care about there kids and alwase
challenging them to do better !
Thanks to all the teachers and workers for treating my girls as indavisuals,
and for not only improving on there weeknesses,but also praising them on
There accomplishments.
Poppy Rodney
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