Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lafayette Charter School 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 5% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lafayette Charter School's student population of 586 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lafayette Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Charter School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1112 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
88%
42%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Charter School's ranking?
Lafayette Charter School is ranked #1112 out of 1,237 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Charter School?
586 students attend Lafayette Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lafayette Charter School students are Black, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Lafayette Charter School offer ?
Lafayette Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lafayette Charter School part of?
Lafayette Charter School is part of Lafayette Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Lafayette Charter School located?
Lafayette Charter School is located in the Uptown And Carrollton neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in Uptown And Carrollton.
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