Below Average
#1145 of 1,288 schools in LA
Belaire High School
High School · East Baton Rouge Parish
12121 Tams Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,145 of 1,288
In Baton Rouge
#73 of 94
public schools
In district
#62 of 79
East Baton Rouge Parish
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Belaire High School
High School in Baton Rouge · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Belaire High School
Belaire High School is a public high school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Belaire High School serves approximately 808 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Belaire High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,145 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Belaire High School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- LA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Belaire High School 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.
50% of students at Belaire High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Belaire High School — Students at Belaire High School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 7.5/10.
How Belaire High School Compares
See how Belaire High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12121 Tams Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belaire High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GEO Next Generation High School (rated 5.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Broadmoor Senior High School (rated 3.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,804
Median Home Value
$213,100
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
31,924
College Educated
30.2%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Median Age
31.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belaire High School
What grades does Belaire High School serve?
Belaire High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Belaire High School?
Belaire High School has an enrollment of approximately 808 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belaire High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Belaire High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belaire High School rank in LA?
Belaire High School ranks #1,145 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Belaire High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Belaire High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Belaire High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belaire High School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Belaire High School a charter school?
No, Belaire High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belaire High School a Title I school?
No, Belaire High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belaire High School?
65.6% of students at Belaire High School 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 808
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.8%
- Phone
- (225) 272-1860
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
East Baton Rouge Parish- District Enrollment
- 42,590
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,471
- District Rank
- #62 of 79
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