Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, A.c. Alexander School ranks in the top 50% 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 36% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: A.C. Alexander Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kenner, LA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
A.c. Alexander School's student population of 567 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
A.c. Alexander School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A.c. Alexander School is 0.51, which is less 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
#460 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A.c. Alexander School's ranking?
A.c. Alexander School is ranked #460 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are A.c. Alexander School often compared to?
A.c. Alexander Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John James Audubon School, Chateau Estates School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend A.c. Alexander School?
567 students attend A.c. Alexander School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of A.c. Alexander School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A.c. Alexander School?
A.c. Alexander School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does A.c. Alexander School offer ?
A.c. Alexander School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is A.c. Alexander School part of?
A.c. Alexander School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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