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#49 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 4% in state

John James Audubon School

Elementary School · Jefferson Parish

200 West Loyola Drive, Kenner, LA 70062

Enrollment

604

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Kenner

#1 of 10

public schools

Louisiana elementary schools

#23 of 703

In district

#4 of 74

Jefferson Parish

Equity

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About John James Audubon School

John James Audubon School is a public elementary school in Kenner, LA, part of the Jefferson Parish. The school serves approximately 604 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 96.3th percentile among LA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 35% proficiency in math, 1 points above the state average and 41% in reading/language arts, 2 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $55,293, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67%
Math vs. State Avg+47 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.1 pts
Overall Proficiency75%
Expected (poverty-adj.)48%
vs. Expected+26.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,694

John James Audubon School — Students at John James Audubon School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.8%
School
State
33.6%
ELA Proficiency 41.0%
School
State
43.2%

Based on 32 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
36%
2025
Math
34.1%
ELA
40.1%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How John James Audubon School Compares

See how John James Audubon School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in LA
Academic
9.4/10
9.4/10
Growth
8.4/10
Above average
Environment
8.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers

Location

200 West Loyola Drive, Kenner, LA 70062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John James Audubon School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tom Benson School (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Ralph J Bunche Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Metairie), a more accessible option. Additionally, Bissonet Plaza School (rated 6.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Metairie), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kenner, see our Kenner schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
A.C. Alexander School Kenner 0.7 mi 5.7
G.T. Woods School Kenner 1.3 mi 6.2
Chateau Estates School Kenner 1.5 mi 5.6
Greenlawn Terrace Elementary School Kenner 1.8 mi 4.1
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS Kenner 2.5 mi 6.7
Walter Schneckenburger Elem School Kenner 2.5 mi 5.1
Tom Benson School Kenner 2.6 mi 7.8
Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy Kenner 2.7 mi 6.0
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School Kenner 2.8 mi 3.8
John Clancy/Joseph Maggiore Elementary School Kenner 3.0 mi 5.2
ARCHBISHOP CHAPELLE HIGH SCHOOL Metairie 3.2 mi 5.7
Bissonet Plaza School Metairie 3.3 mi 6.9
ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Metairie 3.4 mi 6.8
ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Metairie 3.4 mi 4.7
Green Park Elementary School Metairie 3.6 mi 5.7
Ralph J Bunche Elementary Metairie 4.1 mi 7.0
John Q. Adams Middle School Metairie 3.8 mi 7.4
Harold Keller Elementary School Metairie 4.0 mi 5.3
GREATER NEW ORLEANS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Metairie 4.1 mi
MEMORIAL BAPTIST SCHOOL Metairie 4.1 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,293

Median Home Value

$197,500

Median Rent

$1,150/mo

Population

17,765

College Educated

17.5%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

36.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding John James Audubon School has a median household income of $55,293. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $197,500, with a median rent of $1,150/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy Jefferson, LA 8.8
Fairfield Magnet School Shreveport, LA 8.8
Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies Metairie, LA 8.9
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School New Orleans, LA 8.9
Allen Ellender School Marrero, LA 8.7
Lukeville Elementary School Brusly, LA 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John James Audubon School

What grades does John James Audubon School serve?

John James Audubon School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend John James Audubon School?

John James Audubon School has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John James Audubon School?

The student-teacher ratio at John James Audubon School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John James Audubon School rank in LA?

John James Audubon School is ranked #49 out of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is John James Audubon School's MySchoolScout rating?

John James Audubon School has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at John James Audubon School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, John James Audubon School has 34.8% math proficiency and 41.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is John James Audubon School a charter school?

No, John James Audubon School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John James Audubon School a Title I school?

No, John James Audubon School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John James Audubon School?

55.6% of students at John James Audubon 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,182/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Kenner). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson Parish
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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