Serving 1,119 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Idea Bridge 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 6% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
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: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 1,119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Bridge's student population of 1,119 students has grown by 113% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Bridge 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 Idea Bridge is 0.45, 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
#1159 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
11%
Black
70%
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
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Idea Bridge's ranking?
Idea Bridge is ranked #1159 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Idea Bridge?
1,119 students attend Idea Bridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Idea Bridge students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Bridge?
Idea Bridge has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Idea Bridge offer ?
Idea Bridge offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Idea Bridge part of?
Idea Bridge is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Bridge located?
Idea Bridge is located in the Park Forest And LA North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 10 other public schools located in Park Forest And LA North.
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