Serving 156 students in grades 7-12, Thrive Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thrive Academy's student population of 156 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Thrive Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thrive Academy is 0.35, 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
#669 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
80%
42%
White
8%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thrive Academy's ranking?
Thrive Academy is ranked #669 out of 1,244 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thrive Academy?
The graduation rate of Thrive Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Thrive Academy?
156 students attend Thrive Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Thrive Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thrive Academy?
Thrive Academy has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thrive Academy offer ?
Thrive Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thrive Academy part of?
Thrive Academy is part of Thrive Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Thrive Academy located?
Thrive Academy is located in the Highlands And Perkins neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 14 other public schools located in Highlands And Perkins.
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