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.
478
Total Students
31.9
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Southern University Lab School
Demographic Student Count
White1
Hispanic5
Black468
Asian1
Two or More3
  • Black
    468 (97.9%)
  • Hispanic
    5 (1.0%)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.6%)
  • White
    1 (0.2%)
  • Asian
    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: 478
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 226
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 76
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 17
Kindergarten 25
Grade 1 22
Grade 2 26
Grade 3 25
Grade 4 23
Grade 5 25
Grade 6 37
Grade 7 38
Grade 8 47
Grade 9 46
Grade 10 57
Grade 11 53
Grade 12 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Southern University Lab School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten17
Kindergarten25
Grade 122
Grade 226
Grade 325
Grade 423
Grade 525
Grade 637
Grade 738
Grade 847
Grade 946
Grade 1057
Grade 1153
Grade 1237
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Southern University Lab School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20643.1%
Male27256.9%
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