Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ralph J Bunche Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ralph J Bunche Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 143% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Ralph J Bunche Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralph J Bunche Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#529 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
45%
11%
Black
44%
42%
White
8%
41%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralph J Bunche Elementary School's ranking?
Ralph J Bunche Elementary School is ranked #529 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Ralph J Bunche Elementary School?
470 students attend Ralph J Bunche Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ralph J Bunche Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph J Bunche Elementary School?
Ralph J Bunche Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ralph J Bunche Elementary School offer ?
Ralph J Bunche Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ralph J Bunche Elementary School part of?
Ralph J Bunche Elementary School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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