The top reported proficiency rate is 25% in English language arts. The lowest is 8% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Woodmere School
Woodmere School is a regular public school in Harvey, Louisiana, serving students from prekindergarten through eighth grade as part of the Jefferson Parish school system. It is not a charter or magnet school, and its enrollment is large for a PK-8 building, drawing from the surrounding West Bank suburbs. The student body is predominantly Black and Hispanic, with a substantial share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting the economic diversity of the community. Harvey itself is a census-designated place and a quieter, more affordable suburb of New Orleans, with a mix of residential neighborhoods and industrial corridors along the Harvey Canal. The area has seen modest population growth in recent years, though no specific large new housing developments surfaced in publicly available information.
On state assessments taken in grades three through eight, Woodmere School’s performance is markedly low. In math, only a small share of students reached the proficient level. English language arts fared somewhat better, with about a quarter of students scoring proficient or above. Science and social studies were lower still, with very few students meeting the bar. Across all tested subjects, the school’s results sit well below state averages, and a parent comparing schools may want to look into what instructional supports and interventions are in place. The data covers only one school year, so no trend is available to show whether these results are improving or stable. Because Woodmere serves only through eighth grade, there is no graduation rate to report, and information on special education enrollment, English learner status, discipline, and attendance was not found in available sources.
The parent district, Jefferson Parish Public School System, has been through notable upheaval in recent years. A school consolidation plan was approved in 2023, involving closures and mergers across both banks of the parish, along with redrawn attendance zones. This has drawn concerns from parents about longer commutes, and the district has said savings would go to remaining schools. The school board also approved significant budget cuts for the 2024-2025 school year, citing declining enrollment and state funding shortfalls. At the same time, the district adopted a new evidence-based reading curriculum beginning in 2023-2024 and received a federal grant to strengthen STEM education across multiple schools. These district-level changes carry implications for what resources and programs Woodmere students can expect.
The available data does not include information on course offerings, staffing ratios, or after-school programs at Woodmere, so a family’s sense of what is available beyond core academics will likely come from a direct visit or conversation with the school. The school’s website may fill in these gaps. Harvey offers limited walkability and no traditional downtown, as it is an unincorporated area; the Jane O'Brien Chatelain West Bank Regional Library serves as a civic anchor, and the Jefferson Parish school system headquarters is located in the community.
For a family considering Woodmere School, the picture is shaped by a student body that is economically diverse, academic results that are well below the state norm, and a district undergoing consolidation and budget tightening. The school provides a full PK-8 pathway, meaning students move to a zoned high school afterward. A parent may wish to explore what academic supports and enrichment are offered and how the district’s changes may affect this specific school over the next few years. The community is suburban and relatively quiet, with industrial heritage and easy proximity to New Orleans.
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