Summary:
The Office of Juvenile Justice district in Louisiana is home to a single high school, Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville, which serves a total of 26 students. This school faces significant challenges, ranking near the bottom of all Louisiana high schools and struggling with low proficiency rates in core academic subjects.
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville has a predominantly African American student population (80.77%), with a high percentage of students (38.46%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively low-income student population. The school's performance is concerning, with only 7% of students proficient or better in Algebra I and 15% proficient or better in English I, compared to state averages of 62% and 65%, respectively. Despite a small student-teacher ratio of 13:1, which could potentially provide more individualized attention, the school's overall academic outcomes remain significantly below the state's standards.
The challenges faced by Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville suggest that substantial interventions and support may be needed to improve the educational experience and outcomes for the students in this Office of Juvenile Justice district. Addressing the socioeconomic factors and implementing targeted academic programs could be crucial in helping this underperforming school achieve better results for its students.
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