Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rudolph Matas 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rudolph Matas School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rudolph Matas School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 67% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rudolph Matas 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 Rudolph Matas School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
43%
11%
Black
10%
42%
White
40%
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
55%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jefferson Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rudolph Matas School's ranking?
Rudolph Matas School is ranked #431 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Rudolph Matas School often compared to?
Rudolph Matas Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chateau Estates School 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 34% LA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Rudolph Matas School?
600 students attend Rudolph Matas School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Rudolph Matas School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rudolph Matas School?
Rudolph Matas School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rudolph Matas School offer ?
Rudolph Matas School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rudolph Matas School part of?
Rudolph Matas School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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