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Audubon Charter School

Elementary School · Audubon Charter School

428 Broadway Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118

Charter

Enrollment

980

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#812 of 1,288

In New Orleans

#23 of 75

public schools

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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5.7/10

Elementary School in New Orleans · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Audubon Charter School

Audubon Charter School is a public elementary school in New Orleans, LA, part of Audubon Charter School. Audubon Charter School serves approximately 980 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Audubon Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #812 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Audubon Charter School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below LA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Audubon Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-3.34 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+31 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+36.1 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,912
Chronic Absenteeism4.9%

Audubon Charter School — Students at Audubon Charter School score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
34.8% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 71.2% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
43.2% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 37 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2017
Math
70%
ELA
84%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
51.8%
ELA
71.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.

How Audubon Charter School Compares

See how Audubon Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in LA
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

428 Broadway Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Audubon Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ray St. Pierre Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Westwego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY NAME OF JESUS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
UNIVERSITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Orleans 0.5 mi
HOLY NAME OF JESUS SCHOOL New Orleans 0.6 mi 7.5
ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL New Orleans 0.9 mi 8.7
Noble Minds New Orleans 1.0 mi 1.9
ST JOAN OF ARC ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Orleans 1.0 mi 6.2
The Willow School New Orleans 1.0 mi 8.0
URSULINE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 1.1 mi 8.0
Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science New Orleans 1.2 mi 6.1
DE LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 1.2 mi 7.1
Lycee Francais de la Nouvelle-Orleans New Orleans 1.4 mi 4.7
Eleanor McMain Secondary School New Orleans 1.2 mi 4.2
Samuel J. Green Charter School New Orleans 1.4 mi 3.6
ST KATHARINE DREXEL PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Orleans 1.5 mi 6.4
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART New Orleans 1.6 mi 7.6
Lafayette Academy Charter School New Orleans 1.8 mi 6.5
ST MARYS DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 1.8 mi 5.8
Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence New Orleans 1.7 mi 2.4
WEATHERFORD ACADEMY Westwego 1.9 mi
Ray St. Pierre Academy for Advanced Studies Westwego 2.0 mi 8.7
Wilson Charter School New Orleans 1.9 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,665

Median Home Value

$451,600

Median Rent

$1,257/mo

Population

36,061

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

50.4%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Audubon Charter School

What grades does Audubon Charter School serve?

Audubon Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Audubon Charter School?

Audubon Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 980 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Audubon Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Audubon Charter School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Audubon Charter School rank in LA?

Audubon Charter School ranks #812 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Audubon Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Audubon Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Audubon Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Audubon Charter School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Is Audubon Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Audubon Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Audubon Charter School a Title I school?

No, Audubon Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Audubon Charter School?

36.5% of students at Audubon Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
96 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
980
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orleans Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.9%

District

Audubon Charter School
District Enrollment
980
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,912
District Rank
#1 of 1

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