Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville serves 16 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville's student population of 16 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville is 0.47, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
63%
42%
White
37%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.3%
21%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
61%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville?
16 students attend Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville students are Black, and 37% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville?
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville offer ?
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville part of?
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville is part of Office Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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