LOUISIANA CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTE FOR WOMEN

Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women is a Title I public high school that is part of the Special School District school district, located in St. Gabriel, LA with about 1 students 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.

The Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women (LCIW), located in St. Gabriel, serves as the primary state-operated correctional facility for adult female offenders in Louisiana. Historically, the institution has functioned as a multi-custody facility, housing inmates ranging from minimum to maximum security classifications. It is responsible for providing a structured environment that manages the state’s female incarcerated population while overseeing various administrative and rehabilitative functions.

In recent years, the facility has undergone significant changes, particularly following the 2016 floods that caused severe damage to the original site. Consequently, operations have been relocated and integrated into a broader correctional complex. The facility's mandate generally focuses on maintaining safety and security while offering programs aimed at vocational training, educational advancement, and behavioral health, intended to assist in the eventual reintegration of inmates back into society.

For more information, contact Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women at (225) 319-2351 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.