ALICE BIRNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Alice Birney Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson Parish school district, located in Metairie, LA with about 671 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, Alice Birney Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Alice Birney Elementary School, located in Metairie, Louisiana, is a public school serving students in the Jefferson Parish School District. It is recognized for providing a foundational educational experience that focuses on core academic subjects while fostering a supportive community environment. The school typically serves children from Pre-Kindergarten through grade 5, emphasizing early literacy, numeracy, and social development to prepare students for their transition into middle school.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Alice Birney is characterized by its dedication to the diverse needs of the Metairie community. The school places a high priority on building partnerships between teachers, parents, and local stakeholders to create a cohesive learning atmosphere. By balancing standardized instruction with various extracurricular opportunities and character-building initiatives, the school aims to cultivate both the intellectual growth and the well-rounded personal development of its student body.

For more information, contact Alice Birney Elementary School at (504) 885-1054 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.