The top reported proficiency rate is 39% in Math. The lowest is 21% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on Iberville Elementary School
Iberville Elementary School is a regular public school in Plaquemine, Louisiana, serving students from prekindergarten through sixth grade. It is part of the Iberville Parish school district. The school's enrollment is substantial for its elementary and middle grade span, drawing from the surrounding community in this small city that serves as the parish seat.
The student body is diverse in composition, with a significant majority of students identifying as Black, a smaller share identifying as White, and modest representations of students who are Asian, Hispanic, Native American, or of two or more races. A large share of the student population comes from economically disadvantaged households, as reflected in the proportion of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This economic context is a central fact of the school's environment, and a parent may want to discuss directly with the school what supports are in place for students and families.
On state assessments, the school's results show a clear pattern. In English language arts and in math, proficiency rates are in a similar range. Science and social studies show a weaker performance, with a smaller share of students reaching the proficient level in those subjects compared to ELA and math. Testing participation rates were high across all subjects, meaning the results are a complete picture of the school's tested students for that year. The data available for trend analysis was limited to a single year, so it is not possible to say whether these proficiency levels are improving, declining, or holding steady over time. Parents visiting the school should expect a straightforward conversation about these academic outcomes and what the school is doing to address the areas where students struggle more, particularly in science and social studies.
The school serves only through sixth grade, so there is no graduation rate to report. This is a function of the school's grade band, not an omission in the data.
Plaquemine is a small, automobile-dependent city situated along Bayou Plaquemine and the Mississippi River, about a fifteen-minute drive from Baton Rouge, to which it is connected by state highways. The city has a historic downtown with antebellum-era structures and a bayou waterfront park that hosts community events. The population has experienced a modest decline in recent decades, though downtown revitalization efforts through the Main Street program and the waterfront park represent recent civic investment. The city is the seat of parish government, and government operations are a notable part of the local economy, alongside an industrial corridor that runs along the river. For a family considering this school, Plaquemine offers a small-city setting with a historic core and a slower pace of life, but it lacks public transportation and relies entirely on cars for getting around.
No recent district-level changes or strategic priorities were found in publicly available materials, so it is not possible to describe any current initiatives or shifts from the central office that might directly affect Iberville Elementary. For the most current information on programs, after-school offerings, or school improvement plans, a visit to the school or a call to the district office would be the best next step. A parent considering this school will want to understand how the school supports academic growth in the context of its student population, and what plans exist for the subjects where proficiency rates are lower. The school is a central option for elementary and middle-grade families in Plaquemine, and a direct conversation with the principal or a classroom visit would give the clearest sense of whether it is the right fit for a particular child.
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