Below Average
#1048 of 1,288 schools in LA
Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School
Elementary School · Jefferson Parish
1200 Jefferson Street, Gretna, LA 70053
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,048 of 1,288
In Gretna
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#55 of 74
Jefferson Parish
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About Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School
Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gretna, LA, part of Jefferson Parish. Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,048 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School — Students at Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 5.2/10.
How Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School Compares
See how Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School 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
1200 Jefferson Street, Gretna, LA 70053
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruppel Academie Francaise (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gretna, see our Gretna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,786
Median Home Value
$225,700
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
16,409
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School
What grades does Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School serve?
Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School?
Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School rank in LA?
Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School ranks #1,048 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School?
64.3% of students at Mcdonogh 26/homedale 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.8%
- Phone
- (504) 362-9929
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson Parish- District Enrollment
- 50,467
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,155
- District Rank
- #55 of 74
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