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#293 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 23% in state

New Orleans Center for Creative Arts

High School · New Orleans Center for Creative Arts

2800 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70117

Enrollment

227

Student-Teacher

3.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#293 of 1,288

In New Orleans

#9 of 75

public schools

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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New Orleans Center for Creative Arts

7.6/10

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

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About New Orleans Center for Creative Arts

New Orleans Center for Creative Arts is a public high school in New Orleans, LA, part of New Orleans Center for Creative Arts. New Orleans Center for Creative Arts serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 3.4:1 student-teacher ratio. New Orleans Center for Creative Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #293 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for New Orleans Center for Creative Arts show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above LA schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • LA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 3.4:1 students to teachers, New Orleans Center for Creative Arts sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.6 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio3.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$40,983

New Orleans Center for Creative Arts — Students at New Orleans Center for Creative Arts score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 77.8% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 89.4% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
44.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 26 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2011
Math
95%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2017
Math
97.5%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
54.5%
ELA
74.5%
2025
Math
32%
ELA
75%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Compares

See how New Orleans Center for Creative Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
77th percentile in LA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
3:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses4 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

2800 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Orleans Center for Creative Arts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Frederick A. Douglass High School (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Young Audiences Charter High School (rated 5.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Gretna), a more accessible option. Additionally, New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP Leadership New Orleans 0.4 mi 3.6
Frederick A. Douglass High School New Orleans 0.8 mi 5.7
Martin Behrman Charter Acad of Creative Arts & Sci New Orleans 1.0 mi 3.0
New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy New Orleans 1.2 mi 5.2
Homer Plessy Community School New Orleans 1.2 mi 9.1
Harriet Tubman Charter School New Orleans 1.5 mi 3.5
L.B. Landry High School New Orleans 1.5 mi 3.7
LIFE OF CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Orleans 1.8 mi 5.0
ST AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 1.8 mi 5.0
International High School of New Orleans New Orleans 1.8 mi 4.4
Phillis Wheatley Community School New Orleans 1.8 mi 4.2
Bricolage Academy New Orleans 1.8 mi 5.6
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/Technology New Orleans 2.0 mi 5.8
New Orleans Charter Science and Mathematics HS New Orleans 1.8 mi 2.9
THE GOOD SHEPHERD NATIVITY MISSION SCHOOL New Orleans 2.0 mi 6.7
THE CHARTWELL CENTER New Orleans 2.1 mi
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Gretna 2.3 mi 5.3
G W Carver High School New Orleans 2.3 mi 5.0
Young Audiences Charter High School Gretna 2.4 mi 5.3
ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL New Orleans 2.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,645

Median Home Value

$247,600

Median Rent

$1,191/mo

Population

26,250

College Educated

34.9%

Homeownership

47.5%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

27.6%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Orleans Center for Creative Arts

What grades does New Orleans Center for Creative Arts serve?

New Orleans Center for Creative Arts serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend New Orleans Center for Creative Arts?

New Orleans Center for Creative Arts has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Orleans Center for Creative Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at New Orleans Center for Creative Arts is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Orleans Center for Creative Arts rank in LA?

New Orleans Center for Creative Arts ranks #293 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is New Orleans Center for Creative Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

New Orleans Center for Creative Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 New Orleans Center for Creative Arts?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Orleans Center for Creative Arts has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

Is New Orleans Center for Creative Arts a charter school?

No, New Orleans Center for Creative Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Orleans Center for Creative Arts a Title I school?

No, New Orleans Center for Creative Arts is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Orleans Center for Creative Arts?

33.9% of students at New Orleans Center for Creative Arts 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
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.9%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large City
County
Orleans Parish
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

New Orleans Center for Creative Arts
District Enrollment
227
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$40,983
District Rank
#1 of 1

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