At a glance
Reported students
868
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
59.14
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Louisiana elementary enrollment
96th percentile
Compared with 682 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
563
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School: 868 reported students.
State peer staffing position
72nd percentile
14.7:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 558
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.7:1
What the reported data says about Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in Marrero. It is one of 75 current school records connected to Jefferson Parish. NCES reports 868 students for 2024–25.
Among 682 elementary schools in Louisiana with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 430.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 96th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.7:1, above the Louisiana median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (46.9%) and White (28.1%). English learners represent 5.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 14.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 59.14 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 68.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White28.1%
- Hispanic13.7%
- Black46.9%
- Asian7.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial3.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Jefferson Parish
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Paul J. Solis Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
777 reported students
Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford
Elementary · Grades PK–08
769 reported students
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08
731 reported students
Allen Ellender School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
727 reported students
Harry S Truman School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
717 reported students
Shirley Johnson/Gretna Park Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
671 reported students
Public schools near Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estelle School Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–08 | 518 | 0.7 mi |
| Harry S Truman School Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–08 | 717 | 0.8 mi |
| Allen Ellender School Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–08 | 727 | 0.8 mi |
| Laureate Academy Charter School Elementary · Charter · Jefferson Parish | KG–08 | 532 | 1.5 mi |
| Woodmere School Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–08 | 629 | 1.8 mi |
| Lincoln School for the Arts Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–08 | 467 | 2.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School
What grades does Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School serve?
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Jefferson Parish.
How many students attend Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School?
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School reported 868 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 96th percentile among 682 Louisiana elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 558 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 14.7:1, based on 868 students and 59.14 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Louisiana median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Jefferson Parish attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
68.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School in?
Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School is part of Jefferson Parish, based in Harvey, LA, which operates 75 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Congetta Trippe Janet Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Estelle School (0.7 mi), Harry S Truman School (0.8 mi), Allen Ellender School (0.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.