Louisiana Youth Academy serves 96 students in grades 5-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 65% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
65%
41%
White
35%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Louisiana Youth Academy?
96 students attend Louisiana Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Louisiana Youth Academy students are Black, and 35% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Louisiana Youth Academy?
Louisiana Youth Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Louisiana Youth Academy offer ?
Louisiana Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Louisiana Youth Academy part of?
Louisiana Youth Academy is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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