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George Cox Elementary School

2630 Belle Chasse Highway, Gretna, LA 70056, United States
+1 (504) 394-5890
3.5
Overall Rating

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George Cox Elementary School Overview

About This School

George Cox Elementary School is a public elementary in Gretna, Louisiana, serving 402 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 32% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $51,293. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 52% Hispanic, 32% Black, 12% White, 2% Asian, and 2% students of two or more races.

402
Total Students
PK-5
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
29 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts37%
Mathematics32%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Jefferson Parish
Students per Counselor
N/A:1

George Cox Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

37%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 40%
32%
Mathematics
City Avg: 37%State Avg: 31%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 17:1
Students per Counselor

George Cox Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
29

Average Teacher Salary

$51,293
City Avg: $51,293
State Avg: $61,043

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor:1

George Cox Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.99%
Male
48.01%
Female
Total Enrollment: 402 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White11.69%
Hispanic51.74%
Asian2.49%
Black31.59%
Two or More Races1.74%
Native American0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions About George Cox Elementary School

Q: What is George Cox Elementary School?

A: George Cox Elementary School is a elementary public located in Gretna.

Q: How many students attend George Cox Elementary School?

A: George Cox Elementary School has approximately 402 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at George Cox Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at George Cox Elementary School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about George Cox Elementary School

George Cox Elementary School is a public elementary in Gretna, Louisiana, serving 402 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 32% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $51,293. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 52% Hispanic, 32% Black, 12% White, 2% Asian, and 2% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About George Cox Elementary School - Gretna, LA

Quick Facts about George Cox Elementary School
School NameGeorge Cox Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location2630 Belle Chasse Highway, Gretna, LA 70056, Gretna, LA
CountyJefferson Parish
Phone+1 (504) 394-5890
Total Students402
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers29
Rating3.5/10
ELA Proficiency37%
Math Proficiency32%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about George Cox Elementary School

What is George Cox Elementary School?

George Cox Elementary School is a elementary public located in Gretna.

How many students attend George Cox Elementary School?

George Cox Elementary School has approximately 402 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George Cox Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at George Cox Elementary School is 13:1.

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