The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 21-39% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-59% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (12-13)
62 students
Total Classroom Teachers (12-13)
12 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)21-39%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)40-59%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Asian
(12-13)2%
2%
Hispanic
(12-13)5%
4%
Black
(12-13)60%
44%
White
(12-13)31%
48%
Hawaiian
(12-13)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(12-13)2%
1%
Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
66%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% LA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
How many students attend Port Hudson Career Academy?
62 students attend Port Hudson Career Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Port Hudson Career Academy students are Black, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What school district is Port Hudson Career Academy part of?
Port Hudson Career Academy is part of Zachary Community School District.
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