Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-10, Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge 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 5% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge's student population of 351 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2013
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Motto
A School Built for Dyslexia. A Future Built for Success.
Average Class Size
6 students
School Rankings
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge is 0.36, 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
#1239 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
78%
42%
White
18%
41%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- LKA's mission is to serve the community at large, to educate and remediate children with dyslexia in an evidence based curriculum and to stand as an excellent model and resource for other schools and communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge's ranking?
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge is ranked #1239 out of 1,244 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge?
351 students attend Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge students are Black, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge?
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge offer ?
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge part of?
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge is part of Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge School District.
In what neighborhood is Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge located?
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge is located in the Mid City South neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 9 other public schools located in Mid City South.
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