Serving 1,053 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Beekman Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beekman Charter School serves the northwest part of Bastrop, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 172.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beekman Charter School's student population of 1,053 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,053 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beekman Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beekman Charter School is 0.44, 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
#562 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beekman Charter School's ranking?
Beekman Charter School is ranked #562 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Beekman Charter School often compared to?
Beekman Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bastrop High School, Morehouse Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beekman Charter School?
The graduation rate of Beekman Charter School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Beekman Charter School?
1,053 students attend Beekman Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Beekman Charter School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beekman Charter School?
Beekman Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beekman Charter School offer ?
Beekman Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beekman Charter School part of?
Beekman Charter School is part of Morehouse Parish School District.
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