The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 43% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 29% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 66%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students (09-10)
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)43%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)29%
66%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)n/a
3%
Black
(09-10)100%
46%
White
(09-10)n/a
48%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
93%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average).
How many students attend Albert Wicker Literacy Academy?
245 students attend Albert Wicker Literacy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Albert Wicker Literacy Academy students are Black.
What grades does Albert Wicker Literacy Academy offer ?
Albert Wicker Literacy Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Albert Wicker Literacy Academy part of?
Albert Wicker Literacy Academy is part of Recovery School District-Lde.
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