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.
103
Total Students
16.2
Full-Time Teachers
6.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for C.F. Rowley Alternative School
Demographic Student Count
White28
Hispanic11
Black59
Two or More3
American Indian2
  • Black
    59 (57.3%)
  • White
    28 (27.2%)
  • Hispanic
    11 (10.7%)
  • Two or More
    3 (2.9%)
  • American Indian
    2 (1.9%)
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: 103
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 6.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 79
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 6 4
Grade 7 14
Grade 8 17
Grade 9 18
Grade 10 13
Grade 11 13
Grade 12 24

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for C.F. Rowley Alternative School
Grade Student Count
Grade 64
Grade 714
Grade 817
Grade 918
Grade 1013
Grade 1113
Grade 1224
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for C.F. Rowley Alternative School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female3130.1%
Male7269.9%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)