Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Southeastern La University Lab School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southeastern La University Lab School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Southeastern La University Lab School's student population of 259 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Caring, Creative, and Encouraging. We strive for excellence in all areas by being better today than we were yesterday. We are the future.
School Rankings
Southeastern La University Lab School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeastern La University Lab School is 0.63, 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
#62 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
21%
41%
White
56%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeastern La University Lab School's ranking?
Southeastern La University Lab School is ranked #62 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Southeastern La University Lab School often compared to?
Southeastern La University Lab Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Champ Cooper Elementary School, Hammond Westside Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Southeastern La University Lab School?
259 students attend Southeastern La University Lab School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Southeastern La University Lab School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeastern La University Lab School?
Southeastern La University Lab School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeastern La University Lab School offer ?
Southeastern La University Lab School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeastern La University Lab School part of?
Southeastern La University Lab School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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