The Emerge School For Autism serves 51 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Emerge School For Autism ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The Emerge School For Autism's student population of 51 students has grown by 155% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Emerge School For Autism is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
43%
41%
White
39%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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
How many students attend The Emerge School For Autism?
51 students attend The Emerge School For Autism.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of The Emerge School For Autism students are Black, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does The Emerge School For Autism offer ?
The Emerge School For Autism offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Emerge School For Autism part of?
The Emerge School For Autism is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is The Emerge School For Autism located?
The Emerge School For Autism is located in the Gardere neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Gardere.
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