For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,973 students in Duson, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 12 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Duson, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Duson, LA are Ridge Elementary School, Charles M. Burke Elementary School and Duson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Duson, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Duson have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Duson, LA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2901 South Fieldspan Road
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7800
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 597 students
Rank: #22.
Charles M. Burke Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2845 Ridge Rd.
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7630
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7630
Grades: PK-5
| 665 students
Rank: #33.
Duson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Fourth Street
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7660
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7660
Grades: PK-5
| 239 students
Rank: #44.
Judice Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2645 South Fieldspan Road
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7890
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7890
Grades: 6-8
| 472 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Duson, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Duson, LA include Ridge Elementary School, Charles M. Burke Elementary School and Duson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Duson, LA?
4 public schools are located in Duson, LA.
What percentage of students in Duson, LA go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Duson, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Duson, LA?
Duson, LA public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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