GEO PREP ACADEMY OF GREATER BATON ROUGE

GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge school district, located in Baton Rouge, LA with about 289 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge, located on Platt Drive, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in the Baton Rouge area. Part of the GEO Academies network, the school operates with a focused mission to prepare students for college success by integrating rigorous academic standards with a structured learning environment. Their model emphasizes high expectations and personalized instruction to help students bridge achievement gaps and reach their full potential.

A core component of the academy’s approach is its "College Immersion" model, which often provides students with the opportunity to earn college credits while still in high school. By partnering with local higher education institutions, GEO Prep aims to remove common barriers to entry, allowing students to graduate with both a high school diploma and a head start on their post-secondary education. The school is committed to fostering a college-going culture where students are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and mindset necessary to succeed in a competitive academic landscape.

For more information, contact GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge at (225) 337-7636 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.