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#14 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 1% in state

Bullion Primary School

Elementary School · Ascension Parish

17005 Sills Drive, Prairieville, LA 70769

Enrollment

655

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#14 of 1,288

In Prairieville

#2 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 31

Ascension Parish

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Bullion Primary School

9.4/10

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

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9.2/10

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9.4/10

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About Bullion Primary School

Bullion Primary School is a public elementary school in Prairieville, LA, part of Ascension Parish. Bullion Primary School serves approximately 655 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bullion Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Bullion Primary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.6 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+35.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.8 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,108
Chronic Absenteeism0.5%

Bullion Primary School — Students at Bullion Primary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.2% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 75.2% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 18 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2025
Math
71.3%
ELA
72.7%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Bullion Primary School Compares

See how Bullion Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.4/10
99th percentile in LA
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.5%

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

17005 Sills Drive, Prairieville, LA 70769

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bullion Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Grove Primary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Spanish Lake Primary School (rated 9.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Geismar), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bluff Ridge Primary (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Prairieville, see our Prairieville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Oak Grove Primary School Prairieville 0.8 mi 9.2
Bluff Middle School Prairieville 1.5 mi 9.4
Prairieville Middle School Prairieville 2.0 mi 9.4
Bluff Ridge Primary Prairieville 2.8 mi 9.0
CROSS POINT BAPTIST SCHOOL Baton Rouge 3.4 mi 5.0
CROSSPOINT BAPTIST CHURCH Baton Rouge 3.4 mi 5.2
Sugar Mill Primary Prairieville 3.3 mi 8.9
Prairieville Primary School Prairieville 3.2 mi 8.9
Duplessis Primary School Gonzales 3.7 mi 7.9
Dutchtown High School Geismar 3.9 mi 7.1
Spanish Lake Primary School Geismar 4.0 mi 9.2
Dutchtown Middle School Geismar 4.1 mi 9.2
Dutchtown Primary School Geismar 4.2 mi 8.9
Woodlawn High School Baton Rouge 4.3 mi 4.1
Woodlawn Elementary Baton Rouge 4.5 mi 7.5
GREATER BATON ROUGE HOPE ACADEMY Baton Rouge 4.6 mi 7.0
BASIS Baton Rouge Materra Campus Baton Rouge 5.3 mi 5.4
Shenandoah Elementary School Baton Rouge 5.5 mi 7.7
Galvez Middle School Prairieville 4.9 mi 9.0
Woodlawn Middle School Baton Rouge 5.5 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70769 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,707

Median Home Value

$295,200

Median Rent

$1,245/mo

Population

48,074

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

89.4%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bullion Primary School

What grades does Bullion Primary School serve?

Bullion Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bullion Primary School?

Bullion Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 655 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bullion Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bullion Primary 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 Bullion Primary School rank in LA?

Bullion Primary School ranks #14 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Bullion Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bullion Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Bullion Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bullion Primary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Bullion Primary School a charter school?

No, Bullion Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bullion Primary School a Title I school?

No, Bullion Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bullion Primary School?

37.1% of students at Bullion Primary 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ascension Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.5%

District

Ascension Parish
District Enrollment
24,683
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,108
District Rank
#2 of 31

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