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Marie B. Riviere Elementary School

Elementary School · Jefferson Parish

1564 Lake Avenue, Metairie, LA 70005

Enrollment

586

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#919 of 1,288

In Metairie

#11 of 18

public schools

In district

#42 of 74

Jefferson Parish

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Marie B. Riviere Elementary School

5.3/10

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

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About Marie B. Riviere Elementary School

Marie B. Riviere Elementary School is a public elementary school in Metairie, LA, part of Jefferson Parish. Marie B.

Riviere Elementary School serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Marie B. Riviere Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #919 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Marie B. Riviere Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.3% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-13.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,155
Chronic Absenteeism13.1%

Marie B. Riviere Elementary School — Students at Marie B. Riviere Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (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
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
36%
2025
Math
41%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Marie B. Riviere Elementary School Compares

See how Marie B. Riviere Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in LA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

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

1564 Lake Avenue, Metairie, LA 70005

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marie B. Riviere Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward Hynes Charter School - Lakeview (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Metairie, see our Metairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST LOUIS KING OF FRANCE SCHOOL Metairie 0.1 mi 8.5
MOUNT CARMEL ACADEMY New Orleans 0.8 mi 6.5
J.C. Ellis School Metairie 1.0 mi 8.1
ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL New Orleans 1.3 mi 8.6
ST DOMINIC SCHOOL New Orleans 1.3 mi 5.0
Edward Hynes Charter School - Lakeview New Orleans 1.5 mi 9.2
ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Metairie 2.3 mi 6.2
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA Metairie 2.2 mi 3.9
METAIRIE PARK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Metairie 2.3 mi 7.8
Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies Metairie 2.4 mi 9.5
CRESCENT CITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Orleans 2.1 mi
Success @ Thurgood Marshall New Orleans 2.8 mi 4.3
CATHEDRAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Orleans 2.5 mi 6.5
JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Metairie 2.5 mi 7.2
Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies Metairie 2.5 mi 8.1
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS SCHOOL New Orleans 2.7 mi 5.0
ARCHBISHOP RUMMEL HIGH SCHOOL Metairie 2.8 mi 6.3
McDonogh 35 Senior High School New Orleans 2.8 mi 5.7
Travis Hill School New Orleans 2.9 mi 3.7
Arthur Ashe Charter School New Orleans 2.8 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,048

Median Home Value

$381,000

Median Rent

$1,160/mo

Population

23,257

College Educated

50.2%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

46

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marie B. Riviere Elementary School

What grades does Marie B. Riviere Elementary School serve?

Marie B. Riviere Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Marie B. Riviere Elementary School?

Marie B. Riviere Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marie B. Riviere Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marie B. Riviere Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marie B. Riviere Elementary School rank in LA?

Marie B. Riviere Elementary School ranks #919 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Marie B. Riviere Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marie B. Riviere Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Marie B. Riviere Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marie B. Riviere Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marie B. Riviere Elementary School a charter school?

No, Marie B. Riviere Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marie B. Riviere Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Marie B. Riviere Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marie B. Riviere Elementary School?

49.5% of students at Marie B. Riviere 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Jefferson Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

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