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#89 of 253 private schools in LA

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Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy

Elementary School

2601 S CLAIBORNE AVE, New Orleans, LA 70125

Private

Enrollment

78

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#89 of 253

In New Orleans

#14 of 35

public schools

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Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy

6.8/10

Elementary School in New Orleans · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy

Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy is a private elementary school in New Orleans, LA. Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares0.5 pts above LA schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 78 students, Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy compares to 55 public schools serving similar grades in New Orleans, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
This School
vs
18.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
78
This School
vs
691
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
5.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 97.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.6% vs 0%
Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy New Orleans Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy (this school) 6.8
KIPP Central City 3.4
Wilson Charter School 4.5
Young Audiences at Crocker Elementary 7.5
The NET Charter High School 4.2
Samuel J. Green Charter School 3.6
Eleanor McMain Secondary School 4.2
International School of Louisiana 5.8
The Willow School 8.0
Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence 2.4
ReNEW Laurel Elementary 6.3
Morris Jeff Community School 5.2
Lafayette Academy Charter School 6.5
Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science 6.1
Phillis Wheatley Community School 4.2
Esperanza Charter School 7.3
Homer Plessy Community School 9.1
Noble Minds 1.9
Audubon Charter School 5.7
Lycee Francais de la Nouvelle-Orleans 4.7
Bricolage Academy 5.6

Showing 20 of 55 schools. View all schools in New Orleans

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in LA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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School Day Length 8.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 2,025.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 5%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Enrollment 78
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in LA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 97.4%
Hispanic 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2601 S CLAIBORNE AVE, New Orleans, LA 70125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Young Audiences at Crocker Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP Central City New Orleans 0.3 mi 3.4
Booker T. Washington High School New Orleans 0.5 mi 4.0
Opportunities Academy New Orleans 0.5 mi 5.7
Wilson Charter School New Orleans 0.6 mi 4.5
Young Audiences at Crocker Elementary New Orleans 0.7 mi 7.5
Walter L. Cohen High School New Orleans 0.9 mi 3.7
The NET Charter High School New Orleans 0.9 mi 4.2
Samuel J. Green Charter School New Orleans 1.0 mi 3.6
LOUISE S MCGEHEE SCHOOL New Orleans 1.1 mi 8.4
Eleanor McMain Secondary School New Orleans 1.1 mi 4.2
TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL New Orleans 1.2 mi 8.0
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART New Orleans 1.3 mi 7.6
URSULINE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 1.2 mi 8.0
Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence New Orleans 1.4 mi 2.4
International High School of New Orleans New Orleans 1.2 mi 4.4
International School of Louisiana New Orleans 1.3 mi 5.8
The Willow School New Orleans 1.4 mi 8.0
ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Orleans 1.5 mi 6.3
THE CHARTWELL CENTER New Orleans 1.4 mi
ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL New Orleans 1.5 mi 5.2

Neighborhood 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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ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS Kenner, LA 6.7
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Deridder, LA 6.9
ALPINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pineville, LA 7.0
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SOUTH CAMPUS Baton Rouge, LA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy

What grades does Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy serve?

Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy?

Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy rank in LA?

Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy ranks #89 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy a private school?

Yes, Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy a religious school?

No, Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
78
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8.2 hours
Days Per Year
247 days
Setting
Large City
County
Orleans Parish

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