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Samuel J. Green Charter School

Elementary School · Samuel J Green Charter School

2319 Valence Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

Charter

Enrollment

576

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,222 of 1,288

In New Orleans

#58 of 75

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Samuel J. Green Charter School

3.6/10

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

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7.6/10

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About Samuel J. Green Charter School

Samuel J. Green Charter School is a public elementary school in New Orleans, LA, part of Samuel J Green Charter School. Samuel J.

Green Charter School serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Samuel J. Green Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,222 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Samuel J. Green Charter School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

How it compares2.7 pts below LA schools
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Samuel J. Green Charter 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 Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-5.6 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.5% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.4 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,581
Chronic Absenteeism28.6%

Samuel J. Green Charter School — Students at Samuel J. Green Charter School score 25% 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%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.2% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
33.2% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.4% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 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
66%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
30%
2025
Math
21.7%
ELA
28.5%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Samuel J. Green Charter School Compares

See how Samuel J. Green Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
5th percentile in LA
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

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

2319 Valence Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Samuel J. Green Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST GEORGES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ECOLE BILINGUE DE LA NOUVELLE ORLEANS (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Young Audiences at Crocker Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART New Orleans 0.5 mi 7.6
Young Audiences at Crocker Elementary New Orleans 0.4 mi 7.5
The Willow School New Orleans 0.5 mi 8.0
Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence New Orleans 0.6 mi 2.4
DE LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 0.6 mi 7.1
Eleanor McMain Secondary School New Orleans 0.7 mi 4.2
URSULINE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans 0.7 mi 8.0
ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Orleans 0.8 mi 6.3
Walter L. Cohen High School New Orleans 0.7 mi 3.7
Wilson Charter School New Orleans 0.9 mi 4.5
Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science New Orleans 0.9 mi 6.1
ST GEORGES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL New Orleans 0.9 mi 9.1
HOLY NAME OF JESUS SCHOOL New Orleans 0.8 mi 7.5
ST KATHARINE DREXEL PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Orleans 1.0 mi 6.4
ECOLE BILINGUE DE LA NOUVELLE ORLEANS New Orleans 1.0 mi 8.7
KIPP Central City New Orleans 1.0 mi 3.4
MCMILLIAN'S FIRST STEPS CDC / ACADEMY New Orleans 1.0 mi 6.8
UNIVERSITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Orleans 1.4 mi
Booker T. Washington High School New Orleans 1.5 mi 4.0
Audubon Charter School New Orleans 1.4 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,181

Median Home Value

$616,600

Median Rent

$1,442/mo

Population

31,737

College Educated

63.9%

Homeownership

54.9%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

39.7

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Midway Elementary School Tickfaw, LA 3.6
William Hart Elementary School Gretna, LA 3.6
Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford Avondale, LA 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Samuel J. Green Charter School

What grades does Samuel J. Green Charter School serve?

Samuel J. Green Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Samuel J. Green Charter School?

Samuel J. Green Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Samuel J. Green Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Samuel J. Green Charter School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Samuel J. Green Charter School rank in LA?

Samuel J. Green Charter School ranks #1,222 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Samuel J. Green Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Samuel J. Green Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Samuel J. Green Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Samuel J. Green Charter School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

Is Samuel J. Green Charter School a charter school?

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

Is Samuel J. Green Charter School a Title I school?

No, Samuel J. Green Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Samuel J. Green Charter School?

79.0% of students at Samuel J. Green Charter 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
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
87 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orleans Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

District

Samuel J Green Charter School
District Enrollment
576
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,581
District Rank
#1 of 1

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