Serving 177 students in grades 7-12, Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette's student population of 177 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette 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 Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette is 0.59, 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
#801 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
52%
41%
White
38%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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
What is Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette's ranking?
Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette is ranked #801 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette?
The graduation rate of Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette is 60-69%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette?
177 students attend Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette students are Black, 38% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette?
Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette offer ?
Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette part of?
Edward J Sam Accelerated School Of Lafayette is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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