Below Average
#1110 of 1,288 schools in LA
Amikids Acadiana
High School · Acadia Parish
P. O. Box 292, Branch, LA 70516
Enrollment
35
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
35
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,110 of 1,288
In Branch
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#25 of 27
Acadia Parish
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Amikids Acadiana
High School in Branch · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Amikids Acadiana
Amikids Acadiana is a public high school in Branch, LA, part of Acadia Parish. Amikids Acadiana serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades 6th-12th. Amikids Acadiana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,110 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Amikids Acadiana show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- LA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Amikids Acadiana is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Amikids Acadiana sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Amikids Acadiana sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Amikids Acadiana — Students at Amikids Acadiana score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 22 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Amikids Acadiana Compares
See how Amikids Acadiana performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P. O. Box 292, Branch, LA 70516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amikids Acadiana may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rayne High School (rated 6.7/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Rayne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Church Point High School (rated 6.1/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Church Point), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Branch, see our Branch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Branch Elementary School Branch | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Mire Elementary School Rayne | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Church Point High School Church Point | 5.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Church Point Elementary School Church Point | 5.2 mi | 7.0 |
| OUR MOTHER OF PEACE ELEMENTARY Church Point | 5.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Church Point Middle School Church Point | 5.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Rayne High School Rayne | 5.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Armstrong Middle School Rayne | 6.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Central Rayne Kindergarten School Rayne | 6.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Duson Elementary School Duson | 6.8 mi | 8.8 |
| RAYNE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY Rayne | 7.0 mi | 5.6 |
| South Rayne Elementary School Rayne | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Martin Petitjean Elementary School Rayne | 7.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Cankton Elementary School Cankton | 7.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Richard Elementary School Church Point | 8.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Ossun Elementary School Lafayette | 8.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Westside Elementary School Scott | 9.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Charles M. Burke Elementary School Duson | 10.8 mi | 7.5 |
| L. Leo Judice Elementary School Scott | 10.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Scott Middle School Scott | 10.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,607
Median Home Value
$121,200
Median Rent
$1,036/mo
Population
1,225
College Educated
1.3%
Homeownership
89.2%
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
35.8
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| HYPE ACADEMY New Orleans, LA | 4.9 |
| Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville Saint Martinville, LA | — |
| LOUISIANA NEW SCHOOL ACADEMY Baton Rouge, LA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amikids Acadiana
What grades does Amikids Acadiana serve?
Amikids Acadiana serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Amikids Acadiana?
Amikids Acadiana has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
How does Amikids Acadiana rank in LA?
Amikids Acadiana ranks #1,110 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Amikids Acadiana's MySchoolScout rating?
Amikids Acadiana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Amikids Acadiana?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Amikids Acadiana has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Amikids Acadiana a charter school?
No, Amikids Acadiana is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Amikids Acadiana a Title I school?
No, Amikids Acadiana is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amikids Acadiana?
91.4% of students at Amikids Acadiana qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Acadia Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.9%
- Phone
- (337) 334-4838
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Acadia Parish- District Enrollment
- 9,459
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,428
- District Rank
- #25 of 27
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