Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, A.c. Alexander School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A.c. Alexander School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
A.c. Alexander School's student population of 585 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
A.c. Alexander School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A.c. Alexander School is 0.51, 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
#372 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
67%
11%
Black
13%
41%
White
16%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A.c. Alexander School's ranking?
A.c. Alexander School is ranked #372 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are A.c. Alexander School often compared to?
A.c. Alexander Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John James Audubon School, Chateau Estates School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend A.c. Alexander School?
585 students attend A.c. Alexander School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of A.c. Alexander School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A.c. Alexander School?
A.c. Alexander School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does A.c. Alexander School offer ?
A.c. Alexander School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is A.c. Alexander School part of?
A.c. Alexander School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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