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#27 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 2% in state

Oak Grove Primary School

Elementary School · Ascension Parish

17550 Old Jefferson Hwy, Prairieville, LA 70769

Enrollment

656

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#27 of 1,288

In Prairieville

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#7 of 31

Ascension Parish

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Oak Grove Primary School

9.2/10

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

Bullion Primary School

9.4/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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9.4/10

1.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Oak Grove Primary School

Oak Grove Primary School is a public elementary school in Prairieville, LA, part of Ascension Parish. Oak Grove Primary School serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Grove Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Grove Primary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+32.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+31.1 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,108
Chronic Absenteeism0.8%

Oak Grove Primary School — Students at Oak Grove Primary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 83.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 84.1% (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
90%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2017
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2018
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
68.7%
ELA
74%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Oak Grove Primary School Compares

See how Oak Grove Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
98th percentile in LA
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.8%

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

17550 Old Jefferson Hwy, Prairieville, LA 70769

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Grove Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bullion Primary School (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Spanish Lake Primary School (rated 9.2/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Geismar), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bluff Ridge Primary (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Prairieville, see our Prairieville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Bullion Primary School Prairieville 0.8 mi 9.4
Prairieville Middle School Prairieville 1.8 mi 9.4
Bluff Middle School Prairieville 2.2 mi 9.4
Prairieville Primary School Prairieville 2.7 mi 8.9
Bluff Ridge Primary Prairieville 3.3 mi 9.0
CROSS POINT BAPTIST SCHOOL Baton Rouge 3.2 mi 5.0
CROSSPOINT BAPTIST CHURCH Baton Rouge 3.2 mi 5.2
Sugar Mill Primary Prairieville 3.4 mi 8.9
Duplessis Primary School Gonzales 4.1 mi 7.9
Woodlawn High School Baton Rouge 4.1 mi 4.1
Woodlawn Elementary Baton Rouge 4.2 mi 7.5
Dutchtown High School Geismar 4.5 mi 7.1
GREATER BATON ROUGE HOPE ACADEMY Baton Rouge 4.4 mi 7.0
Dutchtown Middle School Geismar 4.7 mi 9.2
Dutchtown Primary School Geismar 4.8 mi 8.9
Spanish Lake Primary School Geismar 4.7 mi 9.2
Galvez Middle School Prairieville 4.3 mi 9.0
Shenandoah Elementary School Baton Rouge 5.2 mi 7.7
Woodlawn Middle School Baton Rouge 5.3 mi 8.2
BASIS Baton Rouge Materra Campus Baton Rouge 5.2 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70769 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,707

Median Home Value

$295,200

Median Rent

$1,245/mo

Population

48,074

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

89.4%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Grove Primary School

What grades does Oak Grove Primary School serve?

Oak Grove Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Oak Grove Primary School?

Oak Grove Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Primary School 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 Oak Grove Primary School rank in LA?

Oak Grove Primary School ranks #27 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Oak Grove Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Grove Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Oak Grove Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Grove Primary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oak Grove Primary School a charter school?

No, Oak Grove Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oak Grove Primary School a Title I school?

No, Oak Grove Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Grove Primary School?

39.2% of students at Oak Grove Primary 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ascension Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.8%

District

Ascension Parish
District Enrollment
24,683
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,108
District Rank
#7 of 31

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