Serving 429 students in grades 3-5, Bayou Blue Upper Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School's student population of 429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary 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 Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#445 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
9%
41%
White
57%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School is ranked #445 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School?
429 students attend Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 7% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School?
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School offer ?
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School part of?
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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