Simple Schedule— days until the first day of school
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Grades 1-8 Fri, Aug 7, 2026
Grades 6-8 and 9-12 Tue, Aug 11, 2026
Grades PK/K Thu, Aug 13, 2026
Grades PK/K Fri, Aug 14, 2026
Dates vary by school and program. Confirm with your school office before making plans.
Schools in Jefferson Parish Public Schools
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A.C. Alexander SchoolAirline Park Academy For Advanced StudiesAlice Birney Elementary SchoolAllen Ellender School
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Bissonet Plaza SchoolBonella A. St. Ville Elementary SchoolBonnabel Magnet Academy High SchoolBridgedale Elementary School
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Chateau Estates SchoolCongetta Trippe Janet Elementary School
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Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
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East Jefferson High SchoolElla C. Pittman Elementary SchoolEmmett C.Gilbert School Of Excellence At FordEstelle School
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Fisher Middle/High SchoolFrederick Douglass Community School
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G.T. Woods SchoolGeorge Cox Elementary SchoolGeraldine Boudreaux Elementary SchoolGrace King High SchoolGrand Isle High SchoolGreen Park Elementary SchoolGreenlawn Terrace Elementary SchoolGretna Middle SchoolGretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies
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Harahan SchoolHarold Keller Elementary SchoolHarry S Truman SchoolHaynes Academy School For Advanced StudiesHazel Park/Hilda Knoff SchoolHelen Cox High School
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Isaac G Joseph Elementary School
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J.C. Ellis SchoolJ.D. Meisler Middle SchoolJcfaJefferson Rise Charter SchoolJefferson SchoolJefferson Virtual High SchoolJohn Clancy/Joseph Maggiore Elementary SchoolJohn Ehret High SchoolJohn James Audubon SchoolJohn Q. Adams Middle SchoolJoseph A. Cuillier Sr. Career CenterJoseph C Moscona SchoolJoshua Butler Elementary SchoolJudge Lionel R. Collins Elementary School
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Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
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L.H. Marrero Middle SchoolL.W. Higgins High SchoolLaureate Academy Charter SchoolLeo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary SchoolLincoln School For The ArtsLivaudais Middle SchoolLucille Cherbonnier School
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Marie B. Riviere Elementary SchoolMcdonogh 26/Homedale Elementary SchoolMetairie Academy For Advanced StudiesMildred S. Harris Elementary School
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Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology AcademyPaul J. Solis Elementary SchoolPhoebe Hearst School
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Ralph J Bunche ElementaryRay St. Pierre Academy For Advanced StudiesRiverdale High SchoolRudolph Matas SchoolRuppel Academie Francaise
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Shirley Johnson/Gretna Park Elementary SchoolStella Worley Middle SchoolStrehle Community School
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T.H. Harris Middle SchoolTerrytown Elementary SchoolThomas Jefferson High School For Advanced StudiesTom Benson School
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Walter Schneckenburger Elem SchoolWashington MontessoriWest Jefferson High SchoolWilliam Hart Elementary SchoolWoodland West SchoolWoodmere School
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Young Audiences Charter High SchoolYoung Audiences Charter School
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jefferson Parish Public Schools located?
Jefferson Parish Public Schools is located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, primarily serving the city of Kenner and surrounding areas in the New Orleans metropolitan region.
What is weather typically like on the first day of school?
On the first day of school, which falls on August 7, the weather in Kenner can vary, but recent years have shown a range from light drizzle to clear skies with temperatures between 88°F and 100°F. It's wise to prepare for the heat with light layers and stay hydrated, or bring a rain jacket just in case!
How many schools are in Jefferson Parish Public Schools?
Jefferson Parish Public Schools has about 80 schools serving around 51,000 students from Pre-K through 12th grade. This diverse range allows for a variety of educational opportunities for all ages.
Is Jefferson Parish Public Schools a public school district?
Yes, Jefferson Parish Public Schools is a public school district located in Louisiana, funded by local and state resources. This ensures that education is accessible to all students in the area.
Sources: NCES-PSC. Historical weather from Open-Meteo. Start dates compiled from published school calendars.
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