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L.b. Landry High School

High School · Lord Beaconsfield Landry-Oliver Perry Walker High

1200 L.B. Landry Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70114

Charter

Enrollment

609

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

3.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,209 of 1,288

In New Orleans

#53 of 75

public schools

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L.b. Landry High School

3.7/10

High School in New Orleans · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About L.b. Landry High School

L.b. Landry High School is a public high school in New Orleans, LA, part of Lord Beaconsfield Landry-Oliver Perry Walker High. L.b.

Landry High School serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. L.b. Landry High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,209 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for L.b. Landry High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below LA schools
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • LA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

L.b. Landry 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.

57% of students at L.b. Landry 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-5.21 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-34.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.4 pts
Overall Proficiency8% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
College Readiness7.0Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate68%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,533
Chronic Absenteeism57.3%

L.b. Landry High School — Students at L.b. Landry High School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 31.6% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
44.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 20 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2015
Math
59%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2025
Math
2%
ELA
14%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How L.b. Landry High School Compares

See how L.b. Landry High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
6th percentile in LA
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
57.3%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

1200 L.B. Landry Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70114

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering L.b. Landry High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frederick A. Douglass High School (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Young Audiences Charter High School (rated 5.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Gretna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Harriet Tubman Charter School New Orleans 0.3 mi 3.5
New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy New Orleans 0.6 mi 5.2
Martin Behrman Charter Acad of Creative Arts & Sci New Orleans 0.7 mi 3.0
Young Audiences Charter High School Gretna 0.9 mi 5.3
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL New Orleans 1.0 mi 6.5
Young Audiences Charter School New Orleans 1.1 mi 7.9
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Gretna 1.0 mi 5.3
McDonogh 26/Homedale Elementary School Gretna 1.4 mi 4.8
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts New Orleans 1.5 mi 7.6
Frederick A. Douglass High School New Orleans 1.6 mi 5.7
William Hart Elementary School Gretna 1.8 mi 3.6
Dorothy Height Charter School New Orleans 1.9 mi 3.7
KIPP Leadership New Orleans 2.0 mi 3.6
ST MICHAEL SPECIAL SCHOOL New Orleans 1.8 mi 7.9
Edna Karr High School New Orleans 1.9 mi 4.1
THE CHARTWELL CENTER New Orleans 1.9 mi
Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies Gretna 2.2 mi 8.9
International School of Louisiana New Orleans 2.0 mi 5.8
International High School of New Orleans New Orleans 2.0 mi 4.4
LIGHT CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Orleans 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,435

Median Home Value

$194,100

Median Rent

$1,113/mo

Population

22,132

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

43.8%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

25.9%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Walter L. Cohen High School New Orleans, LA 3.7
Glen Oaks Senior High School Baton Rouge, LA 3.8
Pathways in Education-Louisiana Inc. Shreveport, LA 3.6
Baker High School Baker, LA 3.9
Collegiate Baton Rouge Baton Rouge, LA 3.9
Loranger High School Loranger, LA 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about L.b. Landry High School

What grades does L.b. Landry High School serve?

L.b. Landry High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend L.b. Landry High School?

L.b. Landry High School has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at L.b. Landry High School?

The student-teacher ratio at L.b. Landry High School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does L.b. Landry High School rank in LA?

L.b. Landry High School ranks #1,209 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is L.b. Landry High School's MySchoolScout rating?

L.b. Landry High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 L.b. Landry High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, L.b. Landry High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

Is L.b. Landry High School a charter school?

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

Is L.b. Landry High School a Title I school?

No, L.b. Landry High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L.b. Landry High School?

94.4% of students at L.b. Landry 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orleans Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.3%
4-Year Graduation
68.0%

District

Lord Beaconsfield Landry-Oliver Perry Walker High
District Enrollment
609
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,533
District Rank
#1 of 1

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