Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Duplessis Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duplessis Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Duplessis Primary School's student population of 613 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Mascot
Paul The Patriot
School Rankings
Duplessis Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duplessis Primary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
36%
41%
White
38%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Paul The Patriot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duplessis Primary School's ranking?
Duplessis Primary School is ranked #303 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Duplessis Primary School often compared to?
Duplessis Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Duplessis Primary School?
613 students attend Duplessis Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Duplessis Primary School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duplessis Primary School?
Duplessis Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Duplessis Primary School offer ?
Duplessis Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duplessis Primary School part of?
Duplessis Primary School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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