Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Arise Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 5% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 9% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1226 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
96%
41%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
58%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Arise Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arise Academy's ranking?
Arise Academy is ranked #1226 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Arise Academy?
336 students attend Arise Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Arise Academy students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arise Academy?
Arise Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arise Academy offer ?
Arise Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Arise Academy part of?
Arise Academy is part of Arise Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Arise Academy located?
Arise Academy is located in the St Claude neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in St Claude.
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