Tom Benson School

631 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
Theodore Roosevelt Middle School, located at 3315 Maine Avenue in Kenner, Louisiana, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Jefferson Parish Public School System. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth, catering specifically to the developmental needs of middle school students. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of high school and beyond, emphasizing core subjects while providing opportunities for extracurricular engagement.

As a cornerstone of the Kenner community, Theodore Roosevelt Middle School focuses on building a supportive culture that promotes student achievement and social responsibility. The faculty and staff prioritize creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and practice good citizenship. Through a combination of classroom instruction and community-focused initiatives, the school strives to empower its students to become well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their local and global communities.
631
Total Students
47.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tom Benson School
Demographic Student Count
White36
Hispanic416
Black153
Asian13
Two or More11
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    416 (65.9%)
  • Black
    153 (24.2%)
  • White
    36 (5.7%)
  • Asian
    13 (2.1%)
  • Two or More
    11 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Jefferson Parish
Phone: (504)443-1361
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 631
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 47.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 384
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 36
Kindergarten 75
Grade 1 74
Grade 2 66
Grade 3 82
Grade 4 53
Grade 5 47
Grade 6 67
Grade 7 57
Grade 8 74

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Tom Benson School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten36
Kindergarten75
Grade 174
Grade 266
Grade 382
Grade 453
Grade 547
Grade 667
Grade 757
Grade 874
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Tom Benson School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29246.3%
Male33953.7%
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