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Noble Minds

Elementary School · Noble Minds

1333 S. Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70114

Charter

Enrollment

159

Student-Teacher

159:1

Score

1.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,285 of 1,288

In New Orleans

#74 of 75

public schools

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Noble Minds

1.9/10

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

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About Noble Minds

Noble Minds is a public elementary school in New Orleans, LA, part of Noble Minds. Noble Minds serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 159:1 student-teacher ratio. Noble Minds has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,285 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Noble Minds show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

How it compares4.4 pts below LA schools
  • This school 1.9 · Needs Improvement
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 159 students, Noble Minds 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.

Noble Minds runs 159:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Noble Minds 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-5.94 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.2% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-30.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.7 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-18.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment1.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio159:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,189
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

Noble Minds — Students at Noble Minds score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 8.5% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
33.2% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 29.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 34 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
5.3%
ELA
21.2%

* 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: 1.5/10.

How Noble Minds Compares

See how Noble Minds performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
1.9/10
0th percentile in LA
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
159:1 student-teacher ratio
1 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Location

1333 S. Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70114

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Noble Minds may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Metairie), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY NAME OF JESUS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL New Orleans 0.1 mi 8.7
ST JOAN OF ARC ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Orleans 0.3 mi 6.2
Lycee Francais de la Nouvelle-Orleans New Orleans 0.4 mi 4.7
UNIVERSITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Orleans 0.5 mi
Audubon Charter School New Orleans 1.0 mi 5.7
HOLY NAME OF JESUS SCHOOL New Orleans 1.0 mi 7.5
Lafayette Academy Charter School New Orleans 1.0 mi 6.5
URSULINE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 1.0 mi 8.0
ST MARYS DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 1.0 mi 5.8
Eleanor McMain Secondary School New Orleans 1.1 mi 4.2
The Willow School New Orleans 1.2 mi 8.0
Wilson Charter School New Orleans 1.6 mi 4.5
DE LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 1.7 mi 7.1
Samuel J. Green Charter School New Orleans 1.7 mi 3.6
Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science New Orleans 1.9 mi 6.1
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART New Orleans 2.1 mi 7.6
Young Audiences at Crocker Elementary New Orleans 2.0 mi 7.5
Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies Metairie 2.3 mi 9.5
ST KATHARINE DREXEL PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Orleans 2.2 mi 6.4
Esperanza Charter School New Orleans 2.2 mi 7.3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Noble Minds

What grades does Noble Minds serve?

Noble Minds serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Noble Minds?

Noble Minds has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Noble Minds?

The student-teacher ratio at Noble Minds is 159:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Noble Minds rank in LA?

Noble Minds ranks #1,285 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Noble Minds's MySchoolScout rating?

Noble Minds has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 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 Noble Minds?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Noble Minds has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

Is Noble Minds a charter school?

Yes, Noble Minds is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Noble Minds a Title I school?

No, Noble Minds is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Noble Minds?

79.2% of students at Noble Minds 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
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
84 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher Ratio
159:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orleans Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

District

Noble Minds
District Enrollment
159
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,189
District Rank
#1 of 1

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