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#1065 of 1,288 schools in LA

Alice Birney Elementary School

Elementary School · Jefferson Parish

4829 Hastings Street, Metairie, LA 70006

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,065 of 1,288

In Metairie

#14 of 18

public schools

In district

#57 of 74

Jefferson Parish

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Alice Birney Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Metairie · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alice Birney Elementary School

Alice Birney Elementary School is a public elementary school in Metairie, LA, part of Jefferson Parish. Alice Birney Elementary School serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alice Birney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,065 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Alice Birney Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.9 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-23.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,155
Chronic Absenteeism15.3%

Alice Birney Elementary School — Students at Alice Birney Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 55.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
25.3%
ELA
32%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.

How Alice Birney Elementary School Compares

See how Alice Birney Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
17th percentile in LA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4829 Hastings Street, Metairie, LA 70006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alice Birney Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SLATER TORAH ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Metairie, see our Metairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Metairie 0.3 mi 4.3
SLATER TORAH ACADEMY Metairie 0.6 mi 8.1
GREATER NEW ORLEANS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Metairie 0.8 mi
MEMORIAL BAPTIST SCHOOL Metairie 0.8 mi 5.8
Harold Keller Elementary School Metairie 0.9 mi 4.8
Phoebe Hearst School Metairie 1.1 mi 4.1
ST CLEMENT OF ROME SCHOOL Metairie 1.2 mi 7.2
John Q. Adams Middle School Metairie 1.3 mi 6.3
J.D. Meisler Middle School Metairie 1.3 mi 6.2
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS Metairie 1.4 mi 7.1
ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Metairie 1.4 mi 4.7
ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Metairie 1.5 mi 6.8
Bissonet Plaza School Metairie 1.5 mi 5.8
Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies Metairie 1.8 mi 9.1
Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies Metairie 1.7 mi 8.1
JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Metairie 1.7 mi 7.2
Rudolph Matas School Metairie 2.0 mi 6.8
T.H. Harris Middle School Metairie 2.0 mi 5.2
ARCHBISHOP CHAPELLE HIGH SCHOOL Metairie 1.9 mi 5.7
ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR SCHOOL Metairie 2.1 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,049

Median Home Value

$333,000

Median Rent

$1,206/mo

Population

16,013

College Educated

37.6%

Homeownership

61.4%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alice Birney Elementary School

What grades does Alice Birney Elementary School serve?

Alice Birney Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Alice Birney Elementary School?

Alice Birney Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alice Birney Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alice Birney Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alice Birney Elementary School rank in LA?

Alice Birney Elementary School ranks #1,065 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Alice Birney Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alice Birney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alice Birney Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alice Birney Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Alice Birney Elementary School a charter school?

No, Alice Birney Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alice Birney Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Alice Birney Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alice Birney Elementary School?

51.9% of students at Alice Birney Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Jefferson Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

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