The Emerge School For Autism serves 48 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Emerge School For Autism's student population of 48 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Emerge School For Autism is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
11%
Black
44%
42%
White
37%
41%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The Emerge School For Autism?
48 students attend The Emerge School For Autism.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of The Emerge School For Autism students are Black, 37% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Emerge School For Autism?
The Emerge School For Autism has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Emerge School For Autism offer ?
The Emerge School For Autism offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Emerge School For Autism part of?
The Emerge School For Autism is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is The Emerge School For Autism located?
The Emerge School For Autism is located in the Gardere neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Gardere.
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