Tom Benson School

753 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.
753
Total Students
38.9
Full-Time Teachers
19.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tom Benson School
Demographic Student Count
White50
Hispanic493
Black178
Asian20
Two or More9
American Indian3
  • Hispanic
    493 (65.5 %)
  • Black
    178 (23.6 %)
  • White
    50 (6.6 %)
  • Asian
    20 (2.7 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (1.2 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.4 %)
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: 753
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 384
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 55
Kindergarten 80
Grade 1 99
Grade 2 78
Grade 3 63
Grade 4 76
Grade 5 72
Grade 6 85
Grade 7 52
Grade 8 93

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Tom Benson School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten55
Kindergarten80
Grade 199
Grade 278
Grade 363
Grade 476
Grade 572
Grade 685
Grade 752
Grade 893
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Tom Benson School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35246.7%
Male40153.3%
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