Serving 176 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Belle Rose Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Rose Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Belle Rose Primary School's student population of 176 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belle Rose Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Rose Primary School is 0.17, 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
#983 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
91%
42%
White
4%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Rose Primary School's ranking?
Belle Rose Primary School is ranked #983 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Belle Rose Primary School?
176 students attend Belle Rose Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Belle Rose Primary School students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belle Rose Primary School?
Belle Rose Primary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belle Rose Primary School offer ?
Belle Rose Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Belle Rose Primary School part of?
Belle Rose Primary School is part of Assumption Parish School District.
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