Avery Alexander School serves 637 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
637 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
35 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
98%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Avery Alexander School?
637 students attend Avery Alexander School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Avery Alexander School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Avery Alexander School offer ?
Avery Alexander School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Avery Alexander School part of?
Avery Alexander School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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