Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish

979 Behrman Hwy
Gretna, LA 70056
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,012 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Athlos Academy 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 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 1,012 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50% in LA
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish's student population of 1,012 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,012 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers

School Rankings

Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish 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 Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish is 0.56, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#1110 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
11%
34%
20%
42%
10%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
29%
11%
Black
60%
42%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
(22-23)
11.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish's ranking?
Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish is ranked #1110 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish often compared to?
Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parishis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish?
1,012 students attend Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish?
Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish offer ?
Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish part of?
Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish is part of Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 1,012 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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