Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Breaux Bridge Primary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Breaux Bridge Primary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Breaux Bridge Primary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)80-84%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)55-59%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
56%
41%
White
34%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Breaux Bridge Primary School often compared to?
Breaux Bridge Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cecilia Primary School, Parks Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% LA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% LA state average).
How many students attend Breaux Bridge Primary School?
571 students attend Breaux Bridge Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Breaux Bridge Primary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breaux Bridge Primary School?
Breaux Bridge Primary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Breaux Bridge Primary School offer ?
Breaux Bridge Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Breaux Bridge Primary School part of?
Breaux Bridge Primary School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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