Donaldsonville Primary School serves 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Attendance Zone: Donaldsonville Primary School serves the southwest part of its district in Geismar, LA, covering an area of approximately 56.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 5.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 10.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donaldsonville Primary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Donaldsonville Primary School is 0.20, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
89%
42%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cubs
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Donaldsonville Primary School often compared to?
Donaldsonville Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutchtown Primary School, Duplessis Primary School, Spanish Lake Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Donaldsonville Primary School?
371 students attend Donaldsonville Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Donaldsonville Primary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donaldsonville Primary School?
Donaldsonville Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Donaldsonville Primary School offer ?
Donaldsonville Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donaldsonville Primary School part of?
Donaldsonville Primary School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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