Serving 939 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Belle Chasse Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Chasse Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belle Chasse Academy's student population of 939 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
939 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring to Excellence in Education for Military Families
School Rankings
Belle Chasse Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Chasse Academy is 0.75, which is more 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
#98 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
29%
41%
White
34%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Chasse Academy's ranking?
Belle Chasse Academy is ranked #98 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Belle Chasse Academy often compared to?
Belle Chasse Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Chasse Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Belle Chasse Academy?
939 students attend Belle Chasse Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Belle Chasse Academy students are White, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Chasse Academy?
Belle Chasse Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belle Chasse Academy offer ?
Belle Chasse Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belle Chasse Academy part of?
Belle Chasse Academy is part of Belle Chasse Academy School District.
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