Iberville Parish

The Iberville Parish school district in Louisiana consists of 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district serves a diverse student population with a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, as indicated by the high free/reduced lunch rates across the schools.

Among the standout schools in the district, Iberville Elementary School stands out with consistently high performance, ranking in the top 40% of Louisiana elementary schools for the past 3 years. The school boasts strong test scores, with 72% of students proficient or better in Math and English Language Arts. In contrast, some schools like Plaquemine Senior High School and White Castle High School struggle to meet state averages on the LEAP assessments. The data also reveals that North Iberville High School has shown significant improvement, moving from a 1-star to a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger over the past 3 years.

The Iberville Parish school district faces challenges related to socioeconomic status, with high free/reduced lunch rates across the schools. This suggests a correlation between poverty and academic performance, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support to address the underlying factors contributing to the disparities in student outcomes. However, the data also shows that with the right strategies and resources, schools like North Iberville High can improve over time, providing hope for other struggling schools in the district.