Serving 32 students in grades 6-12, Amikids Acadiana 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 <50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 32 students
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amikids Acadiana ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Amikids Acadiana's student population of 32 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amikids Acadiana 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 Amikids Acadiana is 0.43, 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
#273 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
72%
41%
White
22%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amikids Acadiana's ranking?
Amikids Acadiana is ranked #273 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amikids Acadiana?
The graduation rate of Amikids Acadiana is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Amikids Acadiana?
32 students attend Amikids Acadiana.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Amikids Acadiana students are Black, 22% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Amikids Acadiana offer ?
Amikids Acadiana offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Amikids Acadiana part of?
Amikids Acadiana is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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