Serving 22 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, School For Exceptional Children 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 is ≤20% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
School For Exceptional Children ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
School For Exceptional Children's student population of 22 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
School For Exceptional Children ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of School For Exceptional Children is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
45%
42%
White
41%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
5%
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
What is School For Exceptional Children's ranking?
School For Exceptional Children is ranked #779 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of School For Exceptional Children?
The graduation rate of School For Exceptional Children is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 84%.
How many students attend School For Exceptional Children?
22 students attend School For Exceptional Children.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of School For Exceptional Children students are Black, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does School For Exceptional Children offer ?
School For Exceptional Children offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is School For Exceptional Children part of?
School For Exceptional Children is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
School Reviews
Review School For Exceptional Children. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a MinuteExplore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.