Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Southern University Laboratory Virtual School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 299 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern University Laboratory Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southern University Laboratory Virtual School's student population of 299 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
1 teacher
Year Founded
1922
Colors
Green and Gold
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence by Choice, Not by Chance
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Southern University Laboratory Virtual School 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 Southern University Laboratory Virtual School is 0.61, 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
#626 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
51%
42%
White
36%
41%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern University Laboratory Virtual School's ranking?
Southern University Laboratory Virtual School is ranked #626 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Southern University Laboratory Virtual School often compared to?
Southern University Laboratory Virtual Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University View Academy Inc. (Frm La Connections) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern University Laboratory Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Southern University Laboratory Virtual School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Southern University Laboratory Virtual School?
299 students attend Southern University Laboratory Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Southern University Laboratory Virtual School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Southern University Laboratory Virtual School offer ?
Southern University Laboratory Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Southern University Laboratory Virtual School part of?
Southern University Laboratory Virtual School is part of Southern University Lab School District.
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