Needs Improvement
#1243 of 1,288 schools in LA
Fannie C. Williams Charter School
Elementary School · Fannie C Williams Charter School
11755 Dwyer Road, New Orleans, LA 70128
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,243 of 1,288
In New Orleans
#62 of 75
public schools
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Fannie C. Williams Charter School
Elementary School in New Orleans · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fannie C. Williams Charter School
Fannie C. Williams Charter School is a public elementary school in New Orleans, LA, part of Fannie C Williams Charter School. Fannie C.
Williams Charter School serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fannie C. Williams Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,243 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Fannie C. Williams Charter School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Fannie C. Williams 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.
35% of students at Fannie C. Williams Charter 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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Fannie C. Williams Charter School — Students at Fannie C. Williams Charter School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 1.7/10.
How Fannie C. Williams Charter School Compares
See how Fannie C. Williams Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11755 Dwyer Road, New Orleans, LA 70128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fannie C. Williams Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Forest Elementary Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BISHOP MCMANUS ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RESURRECTION OF OUR LORD (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,538
Median Home Value
$220,200
Median Rent
$1,210/mo
Population
22,973
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.8%
Median Age
37.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Delta Elementary School Mer Rouge, LA | 3.4 |
| Riser Elementary School West Monroe, LA | 3.4 |
| Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary Monroe, LA | 3.4 |
| Independence Leadership Academy Independence, LA | 3.5 |
| J. S. Clark Elementary School Shreveport, LA | 3.5 |
| Winnsboro Elementary School Winnsboro, LA | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fannie C. Williams Charter School
What grades does Fannie C. Williams Charter School serve?
Fannie C. Williams Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Fannie C. Williams Charter School?
Fannie C. Williams Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fannie C. Williams Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fannie C. Williams Charter School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fannie C. Williams Charter School rank in LA?
Fannie C. Williams Charter School ranks #1,243 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Fannie C. Williams Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fannie C. Williams Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Fannie C. Williams Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fannie C. Williams Charter School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Fannie C. Williams Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Fannie C. Williams Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Fannie C. Williams Charter School a Title I school?
No, Fannie C. Williams Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fannie C. Williams Charter School?
97.3% of students at Fannie C. Williams 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orleans Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (504) 373-6228
Resources & Links
District
Fannie C Williams Charter School- District Enrollment
- 477
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,576
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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