Serving 105 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Pinecrest Supports & Services Center ranks in the top 50% 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center's student population of 105 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Supports & Services Center is 0.55, 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
#531 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
40%
41%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
83%
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 Pinecrest Supports & Services Center's ranking?
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center is ranked #531 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinecrest Supports & Services Center?
The graduation rate of Pinecrest Supports & Services Center is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Pinecrest Supports & Services Center?
105 students attend Pinecrest Supports & Services Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Pinecrest Supports & Services Center students are White, 40% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Pinecrest Supports & Services Center offer ?
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Pinecrest Supports & Services Center part of?
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center is part of Special School District.
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