Serving 94 students in grades 6-12, Arlington Preparatory 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 is 11-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Arlington Preparatory Academy's attendance zone covers the entire Baton Rouge school district, encompassing approximately 310.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 15.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 29.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington Preparatory Academy's student population of 94 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 187% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Arlington Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Preparatory Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
11%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Arlington Preparatory Academy is ranked #702 out of 1,244 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arlington Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Arlington Preparatory Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Arlington Preparatory Academy?
94 students attend Arlington Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Arlington Preparatory Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Preparatory Academy?
Arlington Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arlington Preparatory Academy offer ?
Arlington Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlington Preparatory Academy part of?
Arlington Preparatory Academy is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Preparatory Academy located?
Arlington Preparatory Academy is located in the Highlands And Perkins neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 14 other public schools located in Highlands And Perkins.
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