Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lafayette Academy Charter School 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 is 3% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lafayette Academy Charter School's student population of 577 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lafayette Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Academy Charter School is 0.26, 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
#1222 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
85%
41%
White
2%
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
97%
58%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Academy Charter School's ranking?
Lafayette Academy Charter School is ranked #1222 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Academy Charter School?
577 students attend Lafayette Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lafayette Academy Charter School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lafayette Academy Charter School?
Lafayette Academy Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lafayette Academy Charter School offer ?
Lafayette Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lafayette Academy Charter School part of?
Lafayette Academy Charter School is part of Lafayette Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Lafayette Academy Charter School located?
Lafayette Academy Charter School is located in the Uptown And Carrollton neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in Uptown And Carrollton.
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