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#985 of 1,288 schools in LA
East St. John Preparatory Academy
Middle School · St. John the Baptist Parish
400 Ory Drive, Laplace, LA 70068
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#985 of 1,288
In Laplace
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
St. John the Baptist Parish
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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East St. John Preparatory Academy
Middle School in Laplace · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East St. John Preparatory Academy
East St. John Preparatory Academy is a public middle school in Laplace, LA, part of St. John the Baptist Parish.
East St. John Preparatory Academy serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. East St.
John Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #985 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for East St. John Preparatory Academy show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- LA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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East St. John Preparatory Academy — Students at East St. John Preparatory Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 45 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.7/10.
How East St. John Preparatory Academy Compares
See how East St. John Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
400 Ory Drive, Laplace, LA 70068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East St. John Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. New Sarpy Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Destrehan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norco Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Norco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lutcher High School (rated 8.3/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Lutcher), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Laplace, see our Laplace schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,334
Median Home Value
$191,400
Median Rent
$1,117/mo
Population
33,041
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East St. John Preparatory Academy
What grades does East St. John Preparatory Academy serve?
East St. John Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend East St. John Preparatory Academy?
East St. John Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East St. John Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at East St. John Preparatory Academy is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East St. John Preparatory Academy rank in LA?
East St. John Preparatory Academy ranks #985 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is East St. John Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
East St. John Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 East St. John Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East St. John Preparatory Academy has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is East St. John Preparatory Academy a charter school?
No, East St. John Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East St. John Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, East St. John Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East St. John Preparatory Academy?
80.8% of students at East St. John Preparatory Academy 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. John the Baptist Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (985) 536-8450
Resources & Links
District
St. John the Baptist Parish- District Enrollment
- 5,429
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,438
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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