ELAYN HUNT CORRECTIONAL CENTER

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center is a Title I public high school that is part of the Special School District school district, located in St. Gabriel, LA offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th 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.

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center (EHCC) is a major state-operated prison facility located in St. Gabriel, Louisiana. While the facility serves as a secure penal institution for adult male inmates, it operates under the jurisdiction of the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections. Beyond its primary role as a medium-security correctional facility, it acts as a significant hub for the Louisiana prison system by serving as the primary reception and diagnostic center for male inmates entering the state system, where they are evaluated before being assigned to permanent housing across other facilities.

In terms of programming, EHCC emphasizes rehabilitation through various educational and vocational opportunities. The facility offers adult basic education, GED preparation, and specialized job training programs designed to improve the post-release employability of the incarcerated population. By focusing on vocational skill-building and administrative processing, the center plays a critical role in the management of Louisiana’s inmate population and the state’s broader correctional strategy.

For more information, contact Elayn Hunt Correctional Center at (225) 319-4516 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.