Serving 34 students in grades 6-12, Amikids Acadiana ranks in the top 30% 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 34 students
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: AMIKids Acadiana's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Branch, LA, encompassing approximately 657.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 19.5 miles and the furthest edge located 28.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amikids Acadiana ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amikids Acadiana's student population of 34 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
3 teachers
School Rankings
Amikids Acadiana ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amikids Acadiana is 0.45, 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
#280 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
White
20%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Graduation Rate
<50%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amikids Acadiana's ranking?
Amikids Acadiana is ranked #280 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 34% LA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amikids Acadiana?
The graduation rate of Amikids Acadiana is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Amikids Acadiana?
34 students attend Amikids Acadiana.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Amikids Acadiana students are Black, 20% of students are White, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Amikids Acadiana offer ?
Amikids Acadiana offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amikids Acadiana part of?
Amikids Acadiana is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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