Serving 764 students in grades 6-12, Jefferson Rise Charter School 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 18% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Rise Charter School's student population of 764 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
764 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
RISE Today. SUCCESS Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Jefferson Rise Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Rise Charter School is 0.61, 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
#847 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
56%
42%
White
24%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Rise Charter School's ranking?
Jefferson Rise Charter School is ranked #847 out of 1,244 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Rise Charter School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Rise Charter School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Jefferson Rise Charter School?
764 students attend Jefferson Rise Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Jefferson Rise Charter School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Rise Charter School?
Jefferson Rise Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Rise Charter School offer ?
Jefferson Rise Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Rise Charter School part of?
Jefferson Rise Charter School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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