Serving 1,878 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy's student population of 1,878 students has grown by 110% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy is 0.42, 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
#77 out of 1251 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
11%
41%
White
75%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy's ranking?
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy is ranked #77 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy?
1,878 students attend Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy?
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy offer ?
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy part of?
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy is part of Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy located?
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy is located in the Sugar Mill Pond neighborhood of Youngsville, LA.
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