Below Average
#1038 of 1,288 schools in LA
Christian Acres Alternative School
High School · Madison Parish
P. O. Box 1620, Tallulah, LA 71284
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,038 of 1,288
In Tallulah
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Madison Parish
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Christian Acres Alternative School
Christian Acres Alternative School is a public high school in Tallulah, LA, part of Madison Parish. Christian Acres Alternative School serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Christian Acres Alternative School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,038 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Christian Acres Alternative School show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- LA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 93 students, Christian Acres Alternative School 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 Christian Acres Alternative 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.
34% of students at Christian Acres Alternative 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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Christian Acres Alternative School — Students at Christian Acres Alternative School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 23 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Christian Acres Alternative School Compares
See how Christian Acres Alternative School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P. O. Box 1620, Tallulah, LA 71284
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christian Acres Alternative School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VICKSBURG HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Vicksburg), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Madison High School (rated 5.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Delhi High School (rated 4.8/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Delhi), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tallulah, see our Tallulah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tallulah Elementary School Tallulah | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| TALLULAH ACADEMY Tallulah | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Wright Elementary School Tallulah | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Madison Middle School Tallulah | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Madison High School Tallulah | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| BOWMAR AVENUE SCHOOL Vicksburg | 17.6 mi | 6.6 |
| AGAPE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vicksburg | 17.5 mi | 6.9 |
| VICKSBURG HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg | 17.8 mi | 5.4 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Vicksburg | 17.7 mi | — |
| WARRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg | 18.7 mi | 7.9 |
| VICKSBURG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg | 18.2 mi | 4.5 |
| VICKSBURG INTERMEDIATE Vicksburg | 18.8 mi | 5.6 |
| DANA ROAD ELEMENTARY Vicksburg | 18.8 mi | 2.3 |
| ST ALOYSIUS HIGH SCHOOL-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOO Vicksburg | 18.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEM-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vicksburg | 18.3 mi | 6.5 |
| WARREN CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg | 18.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Delhi Middle School Delhi | 18.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Delhi Elementary School Delhi | 18.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Delhi High School Delhi | 19.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Delhi Charter School Delhi | 19.0 mi | 6.0 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Caddo Virtual Academy Shreveport, LA | 5.1 |
| JCFA Lafayette Lafayette, LA | 4.6 |
| Arlington Preparatory Academy Baton Rouge, LA | 5.4 |
| Opportunities Academy New Orleans, LA | 5.7 |
| Jefferson Virtual High School Jefferson, LA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christian Acres Alternative School
What grades does Christian Acres Alternative School serve?
Christian Acres Alternative School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Christian Acres Alternative School?
Christian Acres Alternative School has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christian Acres Alternative School?
The student-teacher ratio at Christian Acres Alternative School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Christian Acres Alternative School rank in LA?
Christian Acres Alternative School ranks #1,038 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Christian Acres Alternative School's MySchoolScout rating?
Christian Acres Alternative School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Christian Acres Alternative School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Christian Acres Alternative School has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Christian Acres Alternative School a charter school?
No, Christian Acres Alternative School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Christian Acres Alternative School a Title I school?
No, Christian Acres Alternative School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Christian Acres Alternative School?
54.8% of students at Christian Acres Alternative 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 93
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Madison Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.4%
- Phone
- (318) 574-1563
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤10%
Resources & Links
District
Madison Parish- District Enrollment
- 1,332
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,632
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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