David Wade Correctional Center serves 4 students in grades 10-12.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David Wade Correctional Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
David Wade Correctional Center's student population of 4 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
4 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
1 teacher

School Rankings
The diversity score of David Wade Correctional Center is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
75%
42%

White
25%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
4%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend David Wade Correctional Center?
4 students attend David Wade Correctional Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of David Wade Correctional Center students are Black, and 25% of students are White.
What grades does David Wade Correctional Center offer ?
David Wade Correctional Center offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is David Wade Correctional Center part of?
David Wade Correctional Center is part of Special School District.
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