C.F. Rowley Alternative School

School Overview
C.F. Rowley Alternative School, located at 49 Madison Avenue in Chalmette, Louisiana, serves as a specialized educational facility within the St. Bernard Parish Public School System. Designed to support students who may benefit from a setting outside of the traditional comprehensive high school environment, the institution focuses on providing an alternative pathway to academic success. By offering smaller class sizes and more individualized attention, the school aims to help students overcome personal or academic hurdles, keep them on track for graduation, and prepare them for future career or educational goals.

Beyond its academic curriculum, C.F. Rowley emphasizes the development of student responsibility, behavioral growth, and personal accountability. The school works closely with families and district staff to foster a structured, supportive atmosphere that encourages students to improve their attendance and engagement. By focusing on both core instruction and social-emotional development, the program serves as a vital resource for the community, ensuring that students who face unique challenges have the necessary tools and guidance to earn their diplomas and thrive after high school.
275
Total Students
13.0
Full-Time Teachers
21.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for C.F. Rowley Alternative School
Demographic Student Count
White77
Hispanic52
Black128
Two or More17
American Indian1
  • Black
    128 (46.5 %)
  • White
    77 (28.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    52 (18.9 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (6.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: St. Bernard Parish
Phone: (504)301-4001
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 275
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 79
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 6 28
Grade 7 44
Grade 8 55
Grade 9 42
Grade 10 52
Grade 11 27
Grade 12 27

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for C.F. Rowley Alternative School
Grade Student Count
Grade 628
Grade 744
Grade 855
Grade 942
Grade 1052
Grade 1127
Grade 1227
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for C.F. Rowley Alternative School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female8530.9%
Male19069.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)