Allen Parish Alternative School serves 11 students in grades 4-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 45% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
36%
41%
White
55%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Allen Parish Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Allen Parish Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 76%.
How many students attend Allen Parish Alternative School?
11 students attend Allen Parish Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Allen Parish Alternative School students are White, 36% of students are Black, and 9% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen Parish Alternative School?
Allen Parish Alternative School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Allen Parish Alternative School offer ?
Allen Parish Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Allen Parish Alternative School part of?
Allen Parish Alternative School is part of Allen Parish School District.
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