Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Idea University Prep 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 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea University Prep's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea University Prep 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 Idea University Prep is 0.06, 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
#1236 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
97%
42%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea University Prep's ranking?
Idea University Prep is ranked #1236 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 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Idea University Prep?
502 students attend Idea University Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Idea University Prep students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea University Prep?
Idea University Prep has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Idea University Prep offer ?
Idea University Prep offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Idea University Prep part of?
Idea University Prep is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea University Prep located?
Idea University Prep is located in the Scotlandville neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 6 other public schools located in Scotlandville.
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