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#694 of 1,288 schools in LA
D.f. Huddle Elementary
Elementary School · Rapides Parish
505 Texas Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#694 of 1,288
In Alexandria
#16 of 22
public schools
In district
#33 of 43
Rapides Parish
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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D.f. Huddle Elementary
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About D.f. Huddle Elementary
D.f. Huddle Elementary is a public elementary school in Alexandria, LA, part of Rapides Parish. D.f.
Huddle Elementary serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. D.f. Huddle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #694 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for D.f. Huddle Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at D.f. Huddle Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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D.f. Huddle Elementary — Students at D.f. Huddle Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How D.f. Huddle Elementary Compares
See how D.f. Huddle Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
505 Texas Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering D.f. Huddle Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J.B. Nachman Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCES CABRINI SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alma Redwine Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,330
Median Home Value
$156,700
Median Rent
$919/mo
Population
17,266
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
49.7%
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Elementary School Bogalusa, LA | 6.2 |
| Glynn H. Brock Elementary School Slidell, LA | 6.2 |
| Johnston Hopkins Elementary School New Iberia, LA | 6.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Metairie, LA | 6.2 |
| W.S. Lafargue Elementary School Thibodaux, LA | 6.2 |
| Welsh Elementary School Welsh, LA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about D.f. Huddle Elementary
What grades does D.f. Huddle Elementary serve?
D.f. Huddle Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend D.f. Huddle Elementary?
D.f. Huddle Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at D.f. Huddle Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at D.f. Huddle Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does D.f. Huddle Elementary rank in LA?
D.f. Huddle Elementary ranks #694 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is D.f. Huddle Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
D.f. Huddle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 D.f. Huddle Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, D.f. Huddle Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is D.f. Huddle Elementary a charter school?
No, D.f. Huddle Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is D.f. Huddle Elementary a Title I school?
No, D.f. Huddle Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for D.f. Huddle Elementary?
94.4% of students at D.f. Huddle Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rapides Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (318) 442-7921
Resources & Links
District
Rapides Parish- District Enrollment
- 22,546
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,720
- District Rank
- #33 of 43
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