Southern University Lab School

School Overview
Southern University Laboratory School, located on the campus of Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, is a K-12 developmental research school dedicated to academic excellence and pedagogical innovation. Often referred to as "SU Lab," the school serves as a site for teacher training and educational research, providing students with a unique environment that blends traditional instruction with modern, evidence-based practices. Because of its affiliation with the university, the school emphasizes a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum designed to prepare students for success in higher education and beyond.

Beyond its academic focus, the Southern University Lab School is deeply rooted in the traditions and values of the Southern University system, fostering a tight-knit community often characterized by a strong sense of school spirit and cultural pride. The school serves a diverse student body and is known for its competitive athletic programs and various extracurricular opportunities that encourage leadership and personal development. By maintaining a smaller, more intimate learning environment compared to larger public districts, SU Lab aims to provide individualized attention that helps students thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
441
Total Students
31.7
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Southern University Lab School
Demographic Student Count
White1
Hispanic2
Black436
Two or More2
  • Black
    436 (98.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    2 (0.5 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.5 %)
  • White
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Southern University Lab School
Phone: (225)771-3490
Grade Range: Pre-K - 12th
Total Students: 441
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 226
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 76
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 19
Kindergarten 25
Grade 1 25
Grade 2 22
Grade 3 25
Grade 4 24
Grade 5 24
Grade 6 36
Grade 7 27
Grade 8 32
Grade 9 54
Grade 10 38
Grade 11 52
Grade 12 38

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Southern University Lab School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten19
Kindergarten25
Grade 125
Grade 222
Grade 325
Grade 424
Grade 524
Grade 636
Grade 727
Grade 832
Grade 954
Grade 1038
Grade 1152
Grade 1238
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Southern University Lab School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18942.9%
Male25257.1%
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