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#909 of 1,288 schools in LA
Southside Alternative High School
School · Office of Juvenile Justice
4701 South Grand St., Monroe, LA 71202
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#909 of 1,288
In Monroe
#19 of 34
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Office of Juvenile Justice
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Southside Alternative High School
Southside Alternative High School is a public school in Monroe, LA, part of Office of Juvenile Justice. Southside Alternative High School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southside Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #909 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Southside Alternative High School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, Southside Alternative High 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 Southside Alternative 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.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Southside Alternative High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Southside Alternative High School — Students at Southside Alternative High School score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.8%
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
→ 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: 9.2/10.
How Southside Alternative High School Compares
See how Southside Alternative 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
4701 South Grand St., Monroe, LA 71202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside Alternative High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Martin Luther King Junior High School (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GENEVA ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby West Monroe), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monroe, see our Monroe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madison James Foster Elementary School Monroe | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Robinson Elementary School Monroe | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Barkdull Faulk Elementary School Monroe | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Berg Jones Elementary School Monroe | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Richwood Junior High School Monroe | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Richwood High School Monroe | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Swayze Elementary School Monroe | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Shady Grove Elementary School Monroe | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Clara Hall Accelerated School Monroe | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Monroe | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Riverbend Elementary School West Monroe | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Minnie Ruffin Elementary School Monroe | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Martin Luther King Junior High School Monroe | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Wossman High School Monroe | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Carver Elementary School Monroe | 3.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Crosley Elementary School West Monroe | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Lenwil Elementary School West Monroe | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| GENEVA ACADEMY West Monroe | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School Monroe | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| West Monroe High School West Monroe | 4.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,883
Median Home Value
$77,400
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
26,791
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
50.5%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southside Alternative High School
What grades does Southside Alternative High School serve?
Southside Alternative High School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Southside Alternative High School?
Southside Alternative High School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southside Alternative High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southside Alternative High School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southside Alternative High School rank in LA?
Southside Alternative High School ranks #909 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Southside Alternative High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Southside Alternative High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southside Alternative High School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southside Alternative High School a charter school?
No, Southside Alternative High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southside Alternative High School a Title I school?
No, Southside Alternative High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southside Alternative High School?
88.8% of students at Southside Alternative 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
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ouachita Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.6%
- Phone
- (318) 651-4841
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤10%
Resources & Links
District
Office of Juvenile Justice- District Enrollment
- 342
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $86,011
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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