Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bissonet Plaza 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 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bissonet Plaza School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bissonet Plaza School's student population of 660 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Bissonet Plaza 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 Bissonet Plaza School is 0.58, 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
#714 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
60%
11%
Black
19%
41%
White
16%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bissonet Plaza School's ranking?
Bissonet Plaza School is ranked #714 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Bissonet Plaza School often compared to?
Bissonet Plaza Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phoebe Hearst School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Bissonet Plaza School?
660 students attend Bissonet Plaza School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Bissonet Plaza School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bissonet Plaza School?
Bissonet Plaza School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bissonet Plaza School offer ?
Bissonet Plaza School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bissonet Plaza School part of?
Bissonet Plaza School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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