Natchitoches Parish Technical and Career Center

School Overview
The Frankie Ray Jackson Sr. Technical Center, located in Natchitoches, Louisiana, serves as a specialized educational facility dedicated to vocational and technical training. It functions as an extension of the local school district’s efforts to prepare students for the workforce by providing hands-on instruction in various trade-based disciplines. By bridging the gap between traditional secondary education and industry requirements, the center offers students the opportunity to gain practical skills, professional certifications, and technical expertise that are essential for high-demand careers.

Beyond its core curriculum, the center plays a vital role in the regional economy by fostering a pipeline of skilled workers ready to meet local industry needs. Its programs typically emphasize applied learning, allowing students to transition more effectively into post-secondary technical education or directly into the workforce. As a cornerstone of career and technical education (CTE) in Natchitoches, the facility emphasizes the importance of craftsmanship, technical proficiency, and career readiness, ensuring that its students are well-equipped for long-term professional success.
220
Total Students
8.4
Full-Time Teachers
26.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Natchitoches Parish Technical and Career Center
Demographic Student Count
White27
Hispanic12
Black176
Two or More4
American Indian1
  • Black
    176 (80.0 %)
  • White
    27 (12.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    12 (5.5 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Natchitoches Parish
Phone: (318)357-9410
Grade Range: 4th - 12th
Total Students: 220
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 8.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 26.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 34
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Grade 4 1
Grade 6 2
Grade 7 6
Grade 8 27
Grade 9 71
Grade 10 45
Grade 11 19
Grade 12 49

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Natchitoches Parish Technical and Career Center
Grade Student Count
Grade 41
Grade 62
Grade 76
Grade 827
Grade 971
Grade 1045
Grade 1119
Grade 1249
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Natchitoches Parish Technical and Career Center
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female9543.2%
Male12556.8%