St. John Alternative School serves 68 students in grades 2-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 60-64% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-44% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 85% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Total Students
68 students
Showing 2005–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2005–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)60-64%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)40-44%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
Showing 2005–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
85%
42%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
41%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(12-13)≤20%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
61%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. John Alternative School?
The graduation rate of St. John Alternative School is 20%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 77%.
How many students attend St. John Alternative School?
68 students attend St. John Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of St. John Alternative School students are Black, and 15% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. John Alternative School?
St. John Alternative School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. John Alternative School offer ?
St. John Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 2-12
What school district is St. John Alternative School part of?
St. John Alternative School is part of St. John The Baptist Parish School District.
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