At a glance
Reported students
470
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
39.39
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Louisiana elementary enrollment
57th percentile
Compared with 682 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
563
Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School: 470 reported students.
State peer staffing position
27th percentile
11.9:1 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
- 245
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Student–teacher ratio
- 8.4:1
What the reported data says about Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School
Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Metairie. It is one of 75 current school records connected to Jefferson Parish. NCES reports 470 students for 2024–25.
Among 682 elementary schools in Louisiana with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 430.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 57th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11.9:1, below 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 Hispanic or Latino (45.1%) and Black (43.8%). English learners represent 18.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.3%. 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 Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 11.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 39.39 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
- 18.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 72.6%
- 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
- White8.3%
- Hispanic45.1%
- Black43.8%
- Asian0.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.5%
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.
Ella C. Pittman Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
471 reported students
Lincoln School for the Arts
Elementary · Grades PK–08
467 reported students
Lucille Cherbonnier School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
466 reported students
Bridgedale Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
491 reported students
Isaac G Joseph Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
439 reported students
Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies
Elementary · Grades PK–05
434 reported students
Public schools near Ralph Bunche/George Washington 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Park Elementary School Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–05 | 433 | 1.1 mi |
| John Clancy/Joseph Maggiore Elementary School Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–05 | 545 | 1.3 mi |
| Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–05 | 434 | 1.7 mi |
| Rudolph Matas School Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–08 | 600 | 1.8 mi |
| Hazel Park/Hilda Knoff School Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–08 | 384 | 2.3 mi |
| Lucille Cherbonnier School Elementary · Jefferson Parish | PK–08 | 466 | 2.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School
What grades does Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School serve?
Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Jefferson Parish.
How many students attend Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School?
Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School reported 470 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 57th percentile among 682 Louisiana elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 245 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 11.9:1, based on 470 students and 39.39 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 Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Ralph Bunche/George Washington 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 Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
72.6% 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 Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School in?
Ralph Bunche/George Washington 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 Ralph Bunche/George Washington Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Green Park Elementary School (1.1 mi), John Clancy/Joseph Maggiore Elementary School (1.3 mi), Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.