Northlake Youth 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 was <50% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 69%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (19-20)
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
1%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(19-20)7%
7%
Black
(19-20)37%
43%
White
(19-20)52%
44%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)4%
3%
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≤20%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
100%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% LA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northlake Youth Academy?
The graduation rate of Northlake Youth Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northlake Youth Academy?
27 students attend Northlake Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northlake Youth Academy students are White, 37% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Northlake Youth Academy offer ?
Northlake Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Northlake Youth Academy part of?
Northlake Youth Academy is part of Special School District.
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