Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy
Charter School
2,235 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy (LAVA) is a tuition-free, online public charter school that serves students across the state of Louisiana. By utilizing a virtual learning model, the school offers families an alternative to traditional brick-and-mortar classrooms, allowing students to access their curriculum from home. The program is designed to provide flexibility, enabling students to learn at an individualized pace while receiving instruction from state-certified teachers who facilitate lessons through an online platform.
Beyond its academic curriculum, LAVA emphasizes a supportive educational environment that integrates parental involvement as a core component of the learning process. The school aims to provide a personalized experience for students in grades K–12, offering various resources, virtual clubs, and community-building activities to ensure that students remain engaged despite the remote setting. By combining a digital-first approach with state-aligned academic standards, Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy caters to students who may require a more personalized or flexible schedule than what is available in conventional school settings.
Beyond its academic curriculum, LAVA emphasizes a supportive educational environment that integrates parental involvement as a core component of the learning process. The school aims to provide a personalized experience for students in grades K–12, offering various resources, virtual clubs, and community-building activities to ensure that students remain engaged despite the remote setting. By combining a digital-first approach with state-aligned academic standards, Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy caters to students who may require a more personalized or flexible schedule than what is available in conventional school settings.
2,235
Total Students
79.5
Full-Time Teachers
28.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
91.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,110 |
| Hispanic | 89 |
| Black | 875 |
| Asian | 36 |
| Two or More | 89 |
| American Indian | 31 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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White1,110 (49.7 %)
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Black875 (39.1 %)
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Hispanic89 (4.0 %)
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Two or More89 (4.0 %)
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Asian36 (1.6 %)
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American Indian31 (1.4 %)
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Pacific Islander5 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Exclusively virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Louisiana Virtual Charter Academy |
| Phone: | (504)322-7543 |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,235 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 79.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 28.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 1,864 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 191 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
121
Grade 1
120
Grade 2
117
Grade 3
115
Grade 4
114
Grade 5
150
Grade 6
224
Grade 7
257
Grade 8
259
Grade 9
243
Grade 10
245
Grade 11
150
Grade 12
120
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 121 |
| Grade 1 | 120 |
| Grade 2 | 117 |
| Grade 3 | 115 |
| Grade 4 | 114 |
| Grade 5 | 150 |
| Grade 6 | 224 |
| Grade 7 | 257 |
| Grade 8 | 259 |
| Grade 9 | 243 |
| Grade 10 | 245 |
| Grade 11 | 150 |
| Grade 12 | 120 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,170 | 52.3% |
| Male | 1,065 | 47.7% |
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