Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Duplessis Primary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Duplessis Primary School serves the northwest part of Gonzales, LA, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duplessis Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Duplessis Primary School's student population of 539 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Duplessis Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duplessis Primary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#303 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
School Mascot
Paul The Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duplessis Primary School's ranking?
Duplessis Primary School is ranked #303 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Duplessis Primary School often compared to?
Duplessis Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Primary School, Sugar Mill Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Duplessis Primary School?
539 students attend Duplessis Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Duplessis Primary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duplessis Primary School?
Duplessis Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Duplessis Primary School offer ?
Duplessis Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duplessis Primary School part of?
Duplessis Primary School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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