Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, The Dufrocq 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% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Dufrocq School's student population of 463 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Dufrocq School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Dufrocq School is 0.26, 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
#535 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
86%
41%
White
7%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Dufrocq School's ranking?
The Dufrocq School is ranked #535 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are The Dufrocq School often compared to?
The Dufrocq Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geo Prep Of Greater Baton Rouge by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend The Dufrocq School?
463 students attend The Dufrocq School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of The Dufrocq School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Dufrocq School?
The Dufrocq School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Dufrocq School offer ?
The Dufrocq School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is The Dufrocq School part of?
The Dufrocq School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
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