Serving 871 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Baton Rouge Charter Academy 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 10% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Baton Rouge Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Baton Rouge Charter Academy's student population of 871 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 78% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
871 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
South Baton Rouge Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Baton Rouge Charter Academy is 0.48, 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
#1041 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
30%
11%
Black
66%
41%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Baton Rouge Charter Academy's ranking?
South Baton Rouge Charter Academy is ranked #1041 out of 1,251 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend South Baton Rouge Charter Academy?
871 students attend South Baton Rouge Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South Baton Rouge Charter Academy students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does South Baton Rouge Charter Academy offer ?
South Baton Rouge Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Baton Rouge Charter Academy part of?
South Baton Rouge Charter Academy is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is South Baton Rouge Charter Academy located?
South Baton Rouge Charter Academy is located in the South Baton Rouge neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Baton Rouge.
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