Westside Alternative High School serves 8 students in grades 10-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 88% 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 10-12
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
88%
42%
White
12%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Westside Alternative High School?
8 students attend Westside Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Westside Alternative High School students are Black, and 12% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside Alternative High School?
Westside Alternative High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westside Alternative High School offer ?
Westside Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Westside Alternative High School part of?
Westside Alternative High School is part of Special School District.
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