Dequincy Primary School serves 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 66%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Math Proficiency: 75%
- Reading Proficiency: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dequincy Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dequincy Primary School's student population of 239 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Foundations For the Future
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dequincy Primary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)75%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)74%
66%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
14%
42%
White
76%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average).
How many students attend Dequincy Primary School?
239 students attend Dequincy Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Dequincy Primary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dequincy Primary School?
Dequincy Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dequincy Primary School offer ?
Dequincy Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dequincy Primary School part of?
Dequincy Primary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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