Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1 students
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Louisiana State Penitentiary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Louisiana State Penitentiary's student population of 1 students has declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1 student
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Louisiana State Penitentiary is 0.00, 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
100%
42%
White
n/a
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 (12-13)
8%
7%
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 Louisiana State Penitentiary?
1 students attend Louisiana State Penitentiary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Louisiana State Penitentiary students are Black.
What grades does Louisiana State Penitentiary offer ?
Louisiana State Penitentiary offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Louisiana State Penitentiary part of?
Louisiana State Penitentiary is part of Special School District.
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