Schwarz Alternative School serves 40 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 20-29% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 20-29% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)20-29%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)20-29%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
100%
41%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Schwarz Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Schwarz Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 76%.
How many students attend Schwarz Alternative School?
40 students attend Schwarz Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Schwarz Alternative School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Schwarz Alternative School?
Schwarz Alternative School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Schwarz Alternative School offer ?
Schwarz Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Schwarz Alternative School part of?
Schwarz Alternative School is part of Recovery School District-Lde.
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