Summary
Howard School is an alternative public school located in Ruston, Louisiana, serving grades 2-12 with a total enrollment of 125 students. The school faces some significant challenges compared to nearby schools, particularly in terms of academic performance and student demographics.
Howard School's 4-year graduation rate of 83.2% for the 2022-2023 school year is slightly lower than the state average of 84.0%. Additionally, the school's test scores are significantly lower than the state averages across various subjects and grade levels. For example, in 2024-2025, the school's proficiency rates in LEAP Mathematics and English Language Arts are projected to be 8% and 38%, respectively, compared to the state averages of 60% and 70%. The school also has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 18.39% to 43.38% in recent years, indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students. Furthermore, Howard School has a relatively high student-teacher ratio, ranging from 39 to 90.6 students per teacher in recent years, which is significantly higher than the nearby schools.
When compared to the nearby schools, such as D'Arbonne Woods Charter School and Weston High School, both alternative schools, Howard School's performance is generally lower across various metrics, including test scores, graduation rates, and free/reduced lunch rates. Other nearby schools, such as Downsville Community Charter School, Quitman High School, and Simsboro High School, also outperform Howard School in most academic areas. While Lincoln Preparatory School, another alternative school, has similar challenges to Howard School, with lower test scores and higher free/reduced lunch rates.
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