Morehouse Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 11-19% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 20-29% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 70%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students (14-15)
35 students
Showing 2006–2015. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
1 teacher
Showing 2007–2016. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)11-19%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)20-29%
70%
Black
(14-15)80%
44%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
(14-15)17%
46%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
(14-15)3%
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (14-15)
91%
58%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% LA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% LA state average).
How many students attend Morehouse Alternative School?
35 students attend Morehouse Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Morehouse Alternative School students are Black, 17% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Morehouse Alternative School offer ?
Morehouse Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Morehouse Alternative School part of?
Morehouse Alternative School is part of Morehouse Parish School District.
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