Below Average
#1174 of 1,288 schools in LA
Booker T. Washington High School
High School · KIPP Booker T. Washington
1201 South Roman St., New Orleans, LA 70125
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,174 of 1,288
In New Orleans
#52 of 75
public schools
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About Booker T. Washington High School
Booker T. Washington High School is a public high school in New Orleans, LA, part of KIPP Booker T. Washington.
Booker T. Washington High School serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T.
Washington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,174 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Booker T. Washington High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- LA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Booker T. Washington High 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.
56% of students at Booker T. Washington High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Booker T. Washington High School — Students at Booker T. Washington High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.3/10.
How Booker T. Washington High School Compares
See how Booker T. Washington High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1201 South Roman St., New Orleans, LA 70125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker T. Washington High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Warren Easton Charter High School (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Opportunities Academy (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, International High School of New Orleans (rated 4.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,956
Median Home Value
$428,600
Median Rent
$1,292/mo
Population
18,422
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
27%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker T. Washington High School
What grades does Booker T. Washington High School serve?
Booker T. Washington High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Booker T. Washington High School?
Booker T. Washington High School has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington High School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker T. Washington High School rank in LA?
Booker T. Washington High School ranks #1,174 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Booker T. Washington High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker T. Washington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Booker T. Washington High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T. Washington High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Booker T. Washington High School a charter school?
Yes, Booker T. Washington High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Booker T. Washington High School a Title I school?
No, Booker T. Washington High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T. Washington High School?
86.0% of students at Booker T. Washington High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 637
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orleans Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.7%
- Phone
- (504) 410-5289
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
KIPP Booker T. Washington- District Enrollment
- 637
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,448
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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