Serving 658 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Idea University Prep 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 3% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea University Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Idea University Prep's student population of 658 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Idea University Prep 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 Idea University Prep is 0.17, 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
#1236 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
91%
41%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Idea University Prep's ranking?
Idea University Prep is ranked #1236 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Idea University Prep?
658 students attend Idea University Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Idea University Prep students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Idea University Prep offer ?
Idea University Prep offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Idea University Prep part of?
Idea University Prep is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea University Prep located?
Idea University Prep is located in the Scotlandville neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 6 other public schools located in Scotlandville.
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