Below Average
#1039 of 1,288 schools in LA
Ware Youth Center
School · Red River Parish
Route 1 Box 6000, Coushatta, LA 71019
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
30.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
30.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,039 of 1,288
In Coushatta
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Red River Parish
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ware Youth Center
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About Ware Youth Center
Ware Youth Center is a public school in Coushatta, LA, part of Red River Parish. Ware Youth Center serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 30.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ware Youth Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,039 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Ware Youth Center show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Ware Youth Center 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.
Ware Youth Center runs 30.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Ware Youth Center 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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Ware Youth Center — Students at Ware Youth Center score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Ware Youth Center Compares
See how Ware Youth Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
Route 1 Box 6000, Coushatta, LA 71019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ware Youth Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pleasant Hill High School (rated 7.0/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is Saline High School (rated 6.4/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Saline), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Castor High School (rated 6.2/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Castor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coushatta, see our Coushatta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,413
Median Home Value
$107,700
Median Rent
$717/mo
Population
7,366
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
77.9%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
29.6%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ware Youth Center
What grades does Ware Youth Center serve?
Ware Youth Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Ware Youth Center?
Ware Youth Center has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ware Youth Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Ware Youth Center is 30.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ware Youth Center rank in LA?
Ware Youth Center ranks #1,039 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Ware Youth Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Ware Youth Center 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 Ware Youth Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ware Youth Center has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Ware Youth Center a charter school?
No, Ware Youth Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ware Youth Center a Title I school?
No, Ware Youth Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ware Youth Center?
54.9% of students at Ware Youth Center 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Red River Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (318) 932-4411
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤10%
Resources & Links
District
Red River Parish- District Enrollment
- 1,362
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,766
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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