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#599 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 46% in state
Lafayette Academy Charter School
Elementary School · Lafayette Academy Charter School
2727 South Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#599 of 1,288
In New Orleans
#13 of 75
public schools
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Lafayette Academy Charter School
Lafayette Academy Charter School is a public elementary school in New Orleans, LA, part of Lafayette Academy Charter School. Lafayette Academy Charter School serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #599 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Lafayette Academy Charter School show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lafayette Academy Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Lafayette Academy 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.
36% of students at Lafayette Academy 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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Lafayette Academy Charter School — Students at Lafayette Academy Charter School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 9.0/10.
How Lafayette Academy Charter School Compares
See how Lafayette Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2727 South Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lafayette Academy Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Metairie), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY NAME OF JESUS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood 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 Lafayette Academy Charter School
What grades does Lafayette Academy Charter School serve?
Lafayette Academy Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lafayette Academy Charter School?
Lafayette Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Academy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Academy Charter School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lafayette Academy Charter School rank in LA?
Lafayette Academy Charter School ranks #599 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Lafayette Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lafayette Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Lafayette Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette Academy Charter School has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Lafayette Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Lafayette Academy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Lafayette Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Lafayette Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lafayette Academy Charter School?
96.7% of students at Lafayette Academy 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orleans Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (504) 861-9767
Resources & Links
District
Lafayette Academy Charter School- District Enrollment
- 519
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,359
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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