J. Wallace James Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5

1500 W Willow St, Scott, LA

Lafayette Parish Public Schools

5.0

4.3

926 Students

B+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Dana H Schmersahl

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1

Math Proficiency
52%

Reading Proficiency
55%

Annual Tuition
$0

A-

Academics

B+

Teachers

Source: Niche

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Academics

Reading Proficiency

55%

Math Proficiency

52%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

17:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

5.1%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

296:1

Student Diversity

Female

51.5%

Male

48.5%

White

47.9%

Black

45.2%

Hispanic

3.4%

Two or more races

2.3%

Asian or Pacific Islander

Native American

<1%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Parent

2/11/2020

I have been with the school for almost 10 years now between my 2 sons - both of whom have been SPED - and absolutely love it. My guys only had SPED as a resource and not self-contained and the SPED teachers we have had have been caring and considerate and love their students like their own kids. The regular education teachers have been just as fantastic. The few issues with bullying we had were handled quickly and professionally by all involved.

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5.0 parent

6/3/2022

J Wallace James is an awesome school. The teachera actually love their job and it shows in how they love and support their students. My boys love their school. The teachers and staff go out if their way to make learning fun.

5.0 other

4/26/2021

it is just the best school you can put your kids in

5.0 parent

8/21/2014

Students are well behaved and respectful. The teachers work together. My children love the atmosphere.

3.0 parent

8/13/2014

Teachers are great. Administration needs improvement. Principals avoid contact with parents. You would have to trip them in the hall to get their attention. They are indiffferent to parental concerns.

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List Price Range

$130K - $4.5M

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Average Home Value

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Median Lot Size

7,405 Sq Ft

% Renters

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Average Household Income

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% of College Grads

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Median Age

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Lafayette Renaissance Charter High School

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Louisiana Lafayette Parish Scott 70583

J. Wallace James Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Scott, LA, in the Scott neighborhood, and is served by the Lafayette Parish Public Schools in Louisiana. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 926 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 52% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 55% are proficient in reading. J. Wallace James Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $242,013. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lafayette Renaissance Charter High School, Carencro High School, Lafayette High School, and more. Learn more about what Scott has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near J. Wallace James Elementary School.

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