Serving 461 students in grades 6-8, Lasalle Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: LaSalle Intermediate Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in South Bend, IN, covering approximately 158.7 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest area being about 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lasalle Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lasalle Academy's student population of 461 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lasalle Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lasalle Academy is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#381 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lasalle Academy's ranking?
Lasalle Academy is ranked #381 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lasalle Academy often compared to?
Lasalle Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dickinson Academy, Jefferson Traditional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lasalle Academy?
461 students attend Lasalle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lasalle Academy students are White, 25% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lasalle Academy?
Lasalle Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lasalle Academy offer ?
Lasalle Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lasalle Academy part of?
Lasalle Academy is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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