Serving 394 students in grades 7-12, La School For Ag Science ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Vocational school / Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La School For Ag Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
La School For Ag Science's student population of 394 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La School For Ag Science ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La School For Ag Science is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#300 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
28%
42%
White
65%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
6%
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
What is La School For Ag Science's ranking?
La School For Ag Science is ranked #300 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are La School For Ag Science often compared to?
La School For Ag Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Avoyelles High School, Avoyelles Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La School For Ag Science?
The graduation rate of La School For Ag Science is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend La School For Ag Science?
394 students attend La School For Ag Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of La School For Ag Science students are White, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La School For Ag Science?
La School For Ag Science has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does La School For Ag Science offer ?
La School For Ag Science offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is La School For Ag Science part of?
La School For Ag Science is part of Avoyelles Parish School District.
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