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D.F. Huddle Elementary New Vision Academy

505 TEXAS AVE, ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301

About D.F. Huddle Elementary New Vision Academy

D.F. Huddle Elementary sits in a quieter part of Alexandria where the streets feel a bit slower in the mornings. The school has this easy, welcoming feel the moment you walk past the front doors. Nothing fancy, just a comfortable place where kids seem to settle in without much fuss. Math proficiency usually sits somewhere in the mid-40s to low-50s range, pretty much around the state’s middle spot, so families see it as dependable enough for everyday learning. Classrooms don’t feel too crowded, and teachers usually manage their groups in a way that keeps the noise level under control. People in the area often compare Huddle with Martin Park Elementary, which stays a little below in overall academics, and with Mabel Brasher Elementary, which sits fairly close but has a slightly calmer vibe. Folks also mention Phoenix Magnet when talking about kids who are already showing stronger academic habits… simple si baat, jo bacha padhai me strong ho, uske liye Phoenix ka option dekh liya jata hai. Rent for a three-bedroom place around this area usually runs somewhere around $1,450 to $1,600, depending on how updated the house is. Bolton High School is the nearest big one, known for alumni who’ve gone into local business, a few arts fields, and some sports programs. Huddle feels like a grounded, everyday school where kids grow steadily.

D.F. Huddle Elementary New Vision Academy Contact Information

Address

505 TEXAS AVE, ALEXANDRIA, LA 71301

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Phone

(318) 442-7921

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 12%
Reading 12%
State average proficiency is 12% in Math and 12% in Reading.
31
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
100
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
391
Total Students
$58322
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 126 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at D.F. Huddle Elementary New Vision Academy

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM – 2:55 PM, Early Release: Some Fridays at 12:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 3.2%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 3.4%
Black 89.9%
Two+ Races 2.7%
Native Am. 1%
White
3.2%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
3.4%
Black
89.9%
Two+ Races
2.7%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 391
53.2%
208 Female
46.8%
183 Male

Student Population

391 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The school recently wrapped up its winter reading challenge, and a small community cleanup day is planned for next month.

FAQ

Q1. Is D.F. Huddle a good fit for younger kids?

Ans. Yes, it’s a gentle place and most little ones adjust easily.

Q2. Do teachers stay in touch with parents?

Ans. Families say communication is simple and steady enough.

Q3. Are there after-school activities here?

Ans. A few programs run off and on, depending on staff.

Q4. How’s the playground area?

Ans. It’s clean and open, with plenty of space for daily recess.

Q5. Is the morning drop-off stressful?

Ans. Not really, the traffic usually moves along without major delays.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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