Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (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 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in LA
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies's student population of 356 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1939
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies ranks within the top 1% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies is 0.58, 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
#4 out of 1244 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
25%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
6%
42%
White
59%
41%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies's ranking?
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies is ranked #4 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies often compared to?
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Airline Park Academy For Advanced Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies?
356 students attend Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies?
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies offer ?
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies part of?
Metairie Academy For Advanced Studies is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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