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Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School

Elementary School · Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M. School

5800 St. Roch Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122

Charter

Enrollment

680

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,059 of 1,288

In New Orleans

#40 of 75

public schools

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School

4.7/10

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

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8.8/10

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About Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School

Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School is a public elementary school in New Orleans, LA, part of Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M.

School. Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,059 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Pierre A.

Capdau S.t.e.a.m School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below LA schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-4.38 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.2% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.7 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+15.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,986
Chronic Absenteeism25.3%

Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School — Students at Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 20.8% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
33.6% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 37 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2017
Math
41%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
8%
ELA
14%
2025
Math
16.9%
ELA
25.2%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School Compares

See how Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in LA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

5800 St. Roch Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Foundation Preparatory Academy (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Audubon Charter Gentilly (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edward Hynes Charter School - Parkview (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Benjamin Franklin High School New Orleans 0.6 mi 8.8
The NET 2 Charter High School New Orleans 0.7 mi 2.9
Audubon Charter Gentilly New Orleans 0.8 mi 7.9
Edward Hynes Charter School - UNO New Orleans 1.0 mi 5.6
Rooted School New Orleans 1.1 mi 6.4
The Delores Taylor Arthur School for Young Men New Orleans 1.2 mi 5.2
John F. Kennedy High School New Orleans 1.1 mi 6.4
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL New Orleans 1.2 mi 6.1
ST BENEDICT THE MOOR SCHOOL New Orleans 1.3 mi 6.4
Edward Hynes Charter School - Parkview New Orleans 1.3 mi 7.6
Arthur Ashe Charter School New Orleans 1.4 mi 4.9
CATHEDRAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Orleans 1.5 mi 6.5
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/Technology New Orleans 1.8 mi 5.8
KIPP Believe New Orleans 2.0 mi 4.0
G W Carver High School New Orleans 2.1 mi 5.0
THE GOOD SHEPHERD NATIVITY MISSION SCHOOL New Orleans 2.2 mi 6.7
McDonogh 35 Senior High School New Orleans 2.1 mi 5.7
CRESCENT CITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Orleans 2.0 mi
Foundation Preparatory Academy New Orleans 2.2 mi 8.4
ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL New Orleans 2.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,613

Median Home Value

$274,700

Median Rent

$1,196/mo

Population

35,318

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

21.2%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School

What grades does Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School serve?

Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School?

Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m 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 Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School rank in LA?

Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School ranks #1,059 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Is Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School a charter school?

Yes, Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School a Title I school?

No, Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School?

87.9% of students at Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orleans Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

District

Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M. School
District Enrollment
680
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,986
District Rank
#1 of 1

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