Serving 100 students in grades 6-12, Arlington Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Arlington Preparatory Academy's student population of 100 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arlington Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Preparatory Academy is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#286 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
82%
41%
White
10%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Arlington Preparatory Academy is ranked #286 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arlington Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Arlington Preparatory Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Arlington Preparatory Academy?
100 students attend Arlington Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Arlington Preparatory Academy students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington Preparatory Academy?
Arlington Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arlington Preparatory Academy offer ?
Arlington Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Arlington Preparatory Academy part of?
Arlington Preparatory Academy is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Preparatory Academy located?
Arlington Preparatory Academy is located in the Highlands And Perkins neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 14 other public schools located in Highlands And Perkins.
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