N. P. MOSS PREPARATORY ACADEMY

N. P. Moss Preparatory Academy is a Title I public school that is part of the Lafayette Parish school district, located in Lafayette, LA with about 109 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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. With about 20 teachers, N. P. Moss Preparatory Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

N.P. Moss Preparatory Academy, located on Mudd Avenue in Lafayette, Louisiana, serves as a specialized educational institution within the Lafayette Parish School System. The school is distinct from traditional K-12 campuses, functioning primarily as an alternative education setting. Its mission is centered on providing targeted academic support, behavioral interventions, and a structured environment for students who may struggle in a conventional classroom setting, offering them a pathway to get back on track toward graduation and academic success.

The academy emphasizes a personalized approach to learning, utilizing smaller class sizes and focused faculty attention to address the specific needs of its student population. By prioritizing social-emotional growth alongside rigorous curriculum standards, N.P. Moss aims to foster self-discipline, resilience, and personal accountability. Ultimately, the school serves as a vital resource for the Lafayette community by ensuring that students have access to an individualized education plan that helps them overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.

For more information, contact N. P. Moss Preparatory Academy at (337) 521-7590 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.