Serving 1,200 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Athlos Of Jefferson Parish 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 7% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athlos Of Jefferson Parish's student population of 1,200 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Athlos Of Jefferson Parish ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athlos Of Jefferson Parish is 0.57, 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
#1136 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
62%
42%
White
12%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athlos Of Jefferson Parish's ranking?
Athlos Of Jefferson Parish is ranked #1136 out of 1,237 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Athlos Of Jefferson Parish?
1,200 students attend Athlos Of Jefferson Parish.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Athlos Of Jefferson Parish students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athlos Of Jefferson Parish?
Athlos Of Jefferson Parish has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athlos Of Jefferson Parish offer ?
Athlos Of Jefferson Parish offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Athlos Of Jefferson Parish part of?
Athlos Of Jefferson Parish is part of Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish School District.
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