Serving 478 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 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Primary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Central Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Primary School is 0.62, 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
#162 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
17%
41%
White
56%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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 Central Primary School's ranking?
Central Primary School is ranked #162 out of 1,251 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Central Primary School?
478 students attend Central Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Central Primary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 7% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Primary School offer ?
Central Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Primary School part of?
Central Primary School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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