Serving 709 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Avoyelles Public Charter School ranks in the top 20% 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 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 35% 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: 709 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avoyelles Public Charter School 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
Avoyelles Public Charter School's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avoyelles Public Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avoyelles Public Charter School is 0.52, 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
#144 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
24%
41%
White
65%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Avoyelles Public Charter School's ranking?
Avoyelles Public Charter School is ranked #144 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Avoyelles Public Charter School often compared to?
Avoyelles Public Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avoyelles High School, Bunkie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avoyelles Public Charter School?
The graduation rate of Avoyelles Public Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Avoyelles Public Charter School?
709 students attend Avoyelles Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Avoyelles Public Charter School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avoyelles Public Charter School?
Avoyelles Public Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Avoyelles Public Charter School offer ?
Avoyelles Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Avoyelles Public Charter School part of?
Avoyelles Public Charter School is part of Avoyelles Public Charter School District.
School Reviews
1 6/9/2020
Not a good school for anyone but up-and-coming KKKlan members. I wish I could give no stars.
5 10/26/2010
I LOVE CHS! I was one of the students in the first graduating class! Ms. Julie is an angel and i dont know where I would be in life right now without this amazing educational institution. CHS has prepared me to succeed in life and to make the right decision in attending college!
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