Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dutchtown Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutchtown 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
Diversity
School Overview
Dutchtown Primary School's student population of 602 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Dutchtown Primary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dutchtown Primary School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#40 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
27%
41%
White
50%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Dutchtown Primary School's ranking?
Dutchtown Primary School is ranked #40 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Dutchtown Primary School?
602 students attend Dutchtown Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Dutchtown Primary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dutchtown Primary School?
Dutchtown Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dutchtown Primary School offer ?
Dutchtown Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dutchtown Primary School part of?
Dutchtown Primary School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
School Reviews
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