Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ruppel Academie Francaise 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruppel Academie Francaise ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Ruppel Academie Francaise's student population of 283 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 130% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Ruppel Academie Francaise ranks within the top 5% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruppel Academie Francaise is 0.70, which is more 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
#28 out of 1251 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
45%
41%
White
28%
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
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
2%
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 Ruppel Academie Francaise's ranking?
Ruppel Academie Francaise is ranked #28 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ruppel Academie Francaise often compared to?
Ruppel Academie Francaiseis often viewed alongside schools like Gretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies, Ray St. Pierre Academy For Advanced Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Ruppel Academie Francaise?
283 students attend Ruppel Academie Francaise.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ruppel Academie Francaise students are Black, 28% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruppel Academie Francaise?
Ruppel Academie Francaise has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruppel Academie Francaise offer ?
Ruppel Academie Francaise offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruppel Academie Francaise part of?
Ruppel Academie Francaise is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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