Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bluff Ridge Primary ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluff Ridge Primary 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
Bluff Ridge Primary's student population of 677 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
677 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Bluff Ridge Primary ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluff Ridge Primary 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
#49 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
23%
42%
White
58%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ascension Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluff Ridge Primary's ranking?
Bluff Ridge Primary is ranked #49 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Bluff Ridge Primary?
677 students attend Bluff Ridge Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bluff Ridge Primary students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluff Ridge Primary?
Bluff Ridge Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluff Ridge Primary offer ?
Bluff Ridge Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bluff Ridge Primary part of?
Bluff Ridge Primary is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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