Serving 284 students in grades 6-8, Community School For Apprenticeship Learning 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 6% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Community School For Apprenticeship Learning's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Community School For Apprenticeship Learning ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community School For Apprenticeship Learning is 0.02, 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
#997 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
99%
41%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community School For Apprenticeship Learning's ranking?
Community School For Apprenticeship Learning is ranked #997 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Community School For Apprenticeship Learning?
284 students attend Community School For Apprenticeship Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Community School For Apprenticeship Learning students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community School For Apprenticeship Learning?
Community School For Apprenticeship Learning has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Community School For Apprenticeship Learning offer ?
Community School For Apprenticeship Learning offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Community School For Apprenticeship Learning part of?
Community School For Apprenticeship Learning is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Community School For Apprenticeship Learning located?
Community School For Apprenticeship Learning is located in the Mid City North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 13 other public schools located in Mid City North.
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