The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 67%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (14-15)
60 students
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
6 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
67%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(14-15)n/a
1%
Asian
(14-15)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(14-15)1%
6%
Black
(14-15)86%
44%
White
(14-15)13%
45%
Hawaiian
(14-15)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(14-15)n/a
2%
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
79%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (14-15)
93%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Southside Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Southside Alternative High School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 79%.
How many students attend Southside Alternative High School?
60 students attend Southside Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Southside Alternative High School students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Southside Alternative High School offer ?
Southside Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southside Alternative High School part of?
Southside Alternative High School is part of Special School District.
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