Louisiana State University Laboratory School is a laboratory school under Louisiana State University and is one of two laboratory schools in Baton Rouge. The other is Southern University Laboratory School, which is operated by Southern University on the north side of the city.
Serving 1,515 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lsu Laboratory School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lsu Laboratory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Lsu Laboratory School's student population of 1,515 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Rankings
Lsu Laboratory School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lsu Laboratory School is 0.43, 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
#21 out of 1251 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
14%
41%
White
74%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cubs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lsu Laboratory School's ranking?
Lsu Laboratory School is ranked #21 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lsu Laboratory School often compared to?
Lsu Laboratory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfair Laboratory School, Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lsu Laboratory School?
The graduation rate of Lsu Laboratory School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Lsu Laboratory School?
1,515 students attend Lsu Laboratory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lsu Laboratory School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lsu Laboratory School?
Lsu Laboratory School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lsu Laboratory School offer ?
Lsu Laboratory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lsu Laboratory School part of?
Lsu Laboratory School is part of Lsu Laboratory School District.
In what neighborhood is Lsu Laboratory School located?
Lsu Laboratory School is located in the Highlands And Perkins neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 14 other public schools located in Highlands And Perkins.
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