Empowering Growth.

Inspiring Connection, Building Confidence and Developing Community.

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A DAY IN THE LIFE

Live vicariously through our students and staff to experience a day in the life at Thrive Academy.

THRIVE ACADEMY ACADEMIC HIGHLIGHTS

An overview of Thrive Academy’s historic growth as it continues its mission to empower growth in students through establishing connections, confidence, and community.

2023:

  • Thrive Academy students consistently scored above the Louisiana state average in 7 of the 12 Leap tests.

  • Thrive Academy had the highest percentage of students finishing basic and above among non-magnet/select schools in the city of Baton Rouge in the following subjects: Geometry, 8th Grade ELA, Middle school math, and U.S. history.

  • According to value-added rankings, Thrive Academy teachers are, on average, ranked in the top 23% of teachers in the state.

  • Value-added measures the amount a teacher contributes to student growth over a school year.

2024:

  • Thrive Academy students scored above the Louisiana state average in 9 of the 12 Leap tests.

  • Thrive Academy was named one of the 10 Best High Schools in the 13 parish Metropolitan Baton Rouge Region (Overcoming the Odds Category)

  • Thrive Academy had the highest percentage of students finishing basic and above among non-magnet/select schools in the city of Baton Rouge in the following subjects: 7th and 8th ELA, 8th Science, ELA2, and Geometry.

  • Thrive Academy was designated as a Top Gains Honoree by the Louisiana Department of Education.

2020:

  • Thrive Academy was recognized by the Louisiana Board of Regents for the percentage of minority students who graduate high school having earned college credit. Students are now able to graduate from Thrive Academy with both their high school diploma and Associate's Degree from BRCC.

2021:

  • The state of Louisiana did not issue official school performance scores during covid. Instead, the Department of Education issued simulated scores.

  • Only 20% of schools in the state grew during covid according to the simulated scores.

  • Thrive Academy was among the 20% of schools that grew during COVID.

2022:

  • Thrive Academy was designated by the LDOE as one of 41 Comeback Schools in the state for post-academic achievement.

  • Thrive Academy ranked 5th out of over 1300 public schools for LEAP test growth.

  • Thrive Academy students scored above the Louisiana state average in 7 out of the 12 leap tests.

2025:

Designated a Top Gaines Honoree by the Louisiana Department of Education.

Earned an A Letter Grade for student growth. 

WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR 2026!

Our admissions team will begin to reach out to families to schedule open house visits in early March.

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Congratulations,

Thrive Academy

on 5 consecutive years of growth.

Paul Sampson, Superintendent of Thrive Academy

A MESSAGE

FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT

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THRIVE ACADEMY

Thrive is redefining what a learning place can be.

Our students don’t just study hard in school, they live there too. They reside together in modern dorms during the week. On the weekends, they go home to their families.

At Thrive, we nudge students to become more independent, while also teaching them how to rely on their schoolmates. They learn many lessons on their own; living in dorms makes them responsible for their own actions and teaches them to respect their classmates.

Thrive is sanctioned by the State of Louisiana, which provides extra funding for our rigorous academic program and extra services, and pays for room and board.

HOW IT STARTED
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    If you are looking for a community that will support and empower your student’s educational journey, we invite you to learn more and apply.

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    CAMPUS LIFE

    Thrive's residential life is what sets us apart from the rest. Our part-time boarding program provides students with a safe living environment built specifically for them. Thrive is designed so that students learn and engage in a holistic, family environment.

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    GIVE

    Our students’ futures rely on the generous support of donors. Your gift supports critical initiatives on and off campus.

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2026-2027 BULLDOG FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

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WE EMPOWER, WE ACHIEVE, WE THRIVE

NEXT STOP: GETTING IN THE BLOCKS FOR THE 25-26 SEASON

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Forever a Bulldog

Click the button below to see photo archives of previous graduating classes.

Go Bulldogs

Class of 2026

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THRIVING ALUMNI

Class of 2024

Deonte Palmer

Deonte Palmer, Class OF ‘24 Valedictorian, is a Senior on a mission. He juggles academics, workforce and extracurricular activities effortlessly. He is a tenor in the Ablaze Youth Choir and also leads their content team as the primary creator. On campus, he is an active office aid who develops content for the school as well. He was a part of the development of Thrive’s Digital Media Course and acted as cameraman and editor for the “Live @ Thrive” broadcast for three consecutive seasons.

Deonte has currently been accepted into Louisiana State University, Southeastern University, and Louisiana Tech’s aviation program. He has decided that he will attend Southeastern to pursue Computer Science.

He is currently attending Southeastern University for his sophomore year. He will forever be a BULLDOG.

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WATCH: Deonte develops content for the school. Here is some of his work, which displays a recap of the 2024 Thrive Academy College and Career Day.

Class of 2025

Chloe Schofield

Chloe is currently attending Loyola University of Chicago. She is actively pursuing a Bachelors in Neuroscience.

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COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES OUR SCHOLARS HAVE ATTENDED

The logo of Southern University features a leaping jaguar on top of the stylized letters 'SU' in blue and gold.
A red eagle with outstretched wings over a large gray letter 'H'.
BRCC Bears logo featuring a bear's head with an open mouth and raised paw, with bold red and white text
Graphic text logo that reads "Ragin Cajuns" in bold, stylized white letters with black and red outline, and a small red chili pepper graphic at the top right corner.
illustration of a cartoon cowboy with a large white mustache and beard, wearing a black cowboy hat, with the word "DUNEV" in red and black above his head.
Graphic with the words 'Southern Miss' in bold yellow letters with black outline, featuring horizontal black lines underneath.
SLCC South Louisiana Community College logo in purple and gold
Logo of RPCC in blue and white colors.
Logo for Northeast Texas Community College Eagles featuring an eagle with outstretched wings and stylized text.
Logo with large white letters J, S, U on navy blue background, divided into sections.
Green Bay Packers logo with text 'Grambling State University' underneath.
Illustration of a roaring lion's head with a gold mane on a black background.
Louisiana State University logo with a tiger head above the purple and gold letters 'LSU'.
Logo of Northeast Texas Community College featuring a large stylized letter N in navy blue with red accents, and the institution's name below in navy blue text.
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College logo with a stylized yellow sun and blue water waves
Fortis logo with a torch flame symbol and the slogan 'Your Life. Powered By Learning'.
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BULLDOG MERCH

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School Gear

Emphasizing the student in student-athlete.

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Thrive Academy Athletics

Go Bulldogs
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WHAT’S GOOD!

Keeping up with the Bulldogs!

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OUR STUDENTS THRIVE

FROM YOUR SUPPORT

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Three women in white lab coats working in a science laboratory. One woman with glasses and curly hair is observing while the second woman with dreadlocks is handling a beaker on a balance. The third woman is resting her head on her hand, observing the experiment. The workspace has microscopes, bottles, and scientific papers, with safety posters on the wall.

Thrive Academy of Baton Rouge relies on the generosity of donors to further support the development of our scholars. Educational, residential, and student life opportunities are achieved through the communities commitment to giving back to the youth.

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STRIVING AT THRIVE

We are constantly working to improve our practices and develop our educators to ensure the development of our students. Here’s what we’ve done lately:

Ranked #5 for LEAP test growth in 2021-22

Students scored above the state average in 7th Math, 7th Science, 7th & 8th ELA, 7th & 8th SS & American History

Maintain a partnership with Baton Rouge Community College to provide our older students the opportunity to earn college credits or industry-based certifications

Recognized by LDOE for the percentage of minority students earning college credit

…and we’re far from done!

We believe that providing an equitable educational experience for our children is the most important work anyone can do.

We invite you to take a look at the opportunities that Thrive provides for our educational practitioners to engage in and strengthen best practices. We also invite you to explore the mentoring opportunities

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