Eastern La Mental System serves 5 students in grades 10-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern La Mental System ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Eastern La Mental System's student population of 5 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Eastern La Mental System is 0.32, 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
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
80%
41%
White
20%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Eastern La Mental System?
5 students attend Eastern La Mental System.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Eastern La Mental System students are Black, and 20% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastern La Mental System?
Eastern La Mental System has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastern La Mental System offer ?
Eastern La Mental System offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern La Mental System part of?
Eastern La Mental System is part of Special School District.
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