Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville serves 45 students in grades 6-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville's student population of 45 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville is 0.27, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
85%
41%
White
11%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville?
45 students attend Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville students are Black, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville?
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville offer ?
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville part of?
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville is part of Office Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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