Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology's student population of 659 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology is 0.06, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#724 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
97%
42%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology's ranking?
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology is ranked #724 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology?
659 students attend Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology?
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology offer ?
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology part of?
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology is part of Orleans Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology located?
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/technology is located in the Gentilly neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My perception of Bethune Elementary is that as a structure/edifice, it is a clean well structured and well maintained builiding, as an environment, it is a pleasant, warm and friendly setting, in reference to the faculty and staff, it is a close knit, concerned for and about each other community that breeds and exuberate love and affection. As far as I can tell about the academics, it seems to be above standard and up to date on the latest technology and trendsthe students appear to be interesting in learning and the teachers appears to be well sutied and professionally efficient. The staff seems to be incorprated and intergrated into the body as the sum parts of a whole. The leadership appears to be solid and steadfast ase well as endearing, grounded and routed. I would highly recommend this institution to any parent or person who is seeking to place thier chid or children in a safe, sound and nurturing well maintained academic setting where the children's education, health and welfare is one of key ingredients to thier mission.
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