B−
Ralph J Bunche Elementary
PublicElementaryGrades PK–5
8101 Simon Street, Metairie, LA 70003 · (504) 934-4875 · Part of Jefferson Parish School District
Students
470
Students per teacher
12:1
Free or reduced lunch
73%
Setting
City
Grades
PK–5
What stands out about Ralph J Bunche Elementary
- Math proficiency 7 pts below the state
- Small classes: 12:1 students per teacher
- Enrollment up 64.3% since 2020
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency22%
State average 28.7%
Reading / language arts37%
State average 40.2%
Location
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8101 Simon Street, Metairie
Students
Enrollment by grade
Pre-K38
Kindergarten62
Grade 180
Grade 268
Grade 380
Grade 464
Grade 578
Enrollment over time
286’20
256’21
278’22
511’23
470’24
Up 64.3% since 2020.
Who goes here
Hispanic 45%Black 44%White 8%Two or more races 1%Asian <1%American Indian/Alaska Native <1%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.