Excellent
#39 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 3% in state
Homer Plessy Community School
Elementary School · Homer Plessy Community School
1423 Saint Philip Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
Enrollment
768
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
768
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#39 of 1,288
In New Orleans
#2 of 75
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Homer Plessy Community 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 Homer Plessy Community School
Homer Plessy Community School is a public elementary school in New Orleans, LA, part of Homer Plessy Community School. Homer Plessy Community School serves approximately 768 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Homer Plessy Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Homer Plessy Community School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Homer Plessy Community 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
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Homer Plessy Community School — Students at Homer Plessy Community School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Homer Plessy Community School Compares
See how Homer Plessy Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1423 Saint Philip Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Homer Plessy Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Foundation Preparatory Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is THE GOOD SHEPHERD NATIVITY MISSION SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Bricolage Academy (rated 5.6/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,580
Median Home Value
$385,100
Median Rent
$1,190/mo
Population
10,377
College Educated
50.4%
Homeownership
43.4%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
46.3
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Compare Homer Plessy Community School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareHomer Plessy Community School vs ReNEW Laurel ElementaryNew Orleans, LA Peer score 6.3/10 -2.8 vs Homer Plessy Community School
- CompareHomer Plessy Community School vs ReNEW Dolores T. Aaron ElementaryNew Orleans, LA Peer score 5.4/10 -3.7 vs Homer Plessy Community School
- CompareHomer Plessy Community School vs Lake Forest Elementary Charter SchoolNew Orleans, LA Peer score 8.6/10 -0.5 vs Homer Plessy Community School
- CompareHomer Plessy Community School vs Langston Hughes Charter AcademyNew Orleans, LA Peer score 4.8/10 -4.3 vs Homer Plessy Community School
- CompareHomer Plessy Community School vs ReNEW Schaumburg ElementaryNew Orleans, LA Peer score 5.1/10 -4.0 vs Homer Plessy Community School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Homer Plessy Community School
What grades does Homer Plessy Community School serve?
Homer Plessy Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Homer Plessy Community School?
Homer Plessy Community School has an enrollment of approximately 768 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Homer Plessy Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Homer Plessy Community School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Homer Plessy Community School rank in LA?
Homer Plessy Community School ranks #39 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Homer Plessy Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Homer Plessy Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Homer Plessy Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Homer Plessy Community School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Homer Plessy Community School a charter school?
Yes, Homer Plessy Community School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Homer Plessy Community School a Title I school?
No, Homer Plessy Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Homer Plessy Community School?
60.8% of students at Homer Plessy Community 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 768
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orleans Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (504) 503-0055
Resources & Links
District
Homer Plessy Community School- District Enrollment
- 768
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,587
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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