What grades does W. Smith Jr. Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, W. Smith Jr. Elementary School serves students in Violet, LA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is W. Smith Jr. Elementary School located?

You can find W. Smith Jr. Elementary School in Violet, LA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W. Smith Jr. Elementary School?

At W. Smith Jr. Elementary School, there are approximately 11 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Violet, LA?

W. Smith Jr. Elementary School is among the schools serving Violet, LA. The school is part of the local school system.

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W. Smith Jr. Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Violet, Louisiana|St. Bernard Parish

Violet, LA 70092

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Wed

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

362

Student:Teacher

11:1

Locale

Rural

District

St. Bernard Parish

Econ. Disadvantaged

87.0%

Phone

(504)302-1000

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

25-29%

Math Proficiency

25-29%

Chronic Absenteeism

10.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

3 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.5:1

Better than average in LA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

490

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

97% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.25

Social Workers

0.5

Nurses

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,986

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,963

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,923

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 20%State 40%Local 40%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$254,906

+1.4% 1yr-1.8% 5yr

New Orleans, LA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

32.6%

Below 150% poverty line

8.1%

Unemployment rate

8.1%

Uninsured residents

18.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

938

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

828

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

283 (34%)

Autism

111 (13%)

Speech/Language Impairment

99 (12%)

Other Health Impairment

88 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

77 (9%)

Emotional Disturbance

34 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

333

Current enrollment

Stable(-1% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

No School

Event

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

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Mon, Oct 19, 2026

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Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in St. Bernard Parish. W. Smith Jr. Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	School DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	St. Helena WINNING DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Homecoming!District-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	School DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	School DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	School DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	School DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	School DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas/New Year HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional Learning Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Learner's Return to SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 25, 2027	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Feb 1, 2027	No School - Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	Mardi Gras HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	Spring Break FridayDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	Spring Break FridayDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Spring Break FridayDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Spring Break FridayDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Spring Break FridayDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Good FridayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Easter HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	LEAP2025 Testing WindowDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	No School - Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the final day of the academic year.	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Records DayDistrict-wide	Event	—