Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Central Primary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Primary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
15%
42%
White
65%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Primary School's ranking?
Central Primary School is ranked #197 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Central Primary School often compared to?
Central Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G. W. Carver Primary School, Duplessis Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Central Primary School?
429 students attend Central Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Central Primary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Primary School?
Central Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Primary School offer ?
Central Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central Primary School part of?
Central Primary School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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