Serving 797 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Idea Innovation ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idea Innovation's student population of 797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
797 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Idea Innovation ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Innovation is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1125 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
45%
11%
Black
52%
42%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
East Baton Rouge Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Innovation's ranking?
Idea Innovation is ranked #1125 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Idea Innovation?
797 students attend Idea Innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Idea Innovation students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idea Innovation?
Idea Innovation has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Idea Innovation offer ?
Idea Innovation offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Idea Innovation part of?
Idea Innovation is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Innovation located?
Idea Innovation is located in the Gardere neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Gardere.
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