Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marie B. Riviere Elementary 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 27% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School's student population of 586 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marie B. Riviere Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#689 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
71%
11%
Black
9%
41%
White
17%
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
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
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 Marie B. Riviere Elementary School's ranking?
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School is ranked #689 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Marie B. Riviere Elementary School often compared to?
Marie B. Riviere Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgedale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Marie B. Riviere Elementary School?
586 students attend Marie B. Riviere Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Marie B. Riviere Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marie B. Riviere Elementary School?
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marie B. Riviere Elementary School offer ?
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marie B. Riviere Elementary School part of?
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Marie B. Riviere Elementary School located?
Marie B. Riviere Elementary School is located in the Bucktown neighborhood of Metairie, LA.
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