Hosston Alternative School serves 53 students in grades 4-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 11-19% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 11-19% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 67%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 70% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
53 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)11-19%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)11-19%
67%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
70%
41%
White
30%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)<50%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% LA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 67% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hosston Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Hosston Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 76%.
How many students attend Hosston Alternative School?
53 students attend Hosston Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hosston Alternative School students are Black, and 30% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hosston Alternative School?
Hosston Alternative School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hosston Alternative School offer ?
Hosston Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Hosston Alternative School part of?
Hosston Alternative School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
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