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#921 of 1,288 schools in LA

Young Audiences Charter High School

High School · Jefferson Parish

1000 Burmaster St., Gretna, LA 70053

Charter

Enrollment

596

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#921 of 1,288

In Gretna

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#44 of 74

Jefferson Parish

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Young Audiences Charter High School

Young Audiences Charter High School is a public high school in Gretna, LA, part of Jefferson Parish. Young Audiences Charter High School serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Audiences Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #921 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Young Audiences Charter High School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • LA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Young Audiences Charter High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.4 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness2.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation13.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,155
Chronic Absenteeism9.6%

Young Audiences Charter High School — Students at Young Audiences Charter High School score 24% 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

79.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 8.9% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 22.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
44.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 10 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
18%
ELA
29%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Young Audiences Charter High School Compares

See how Young Audiences Charter High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in LA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.1
Sports
11
6 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
13.9% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
6 boys'·5 girls'·11 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

1000 Burmaster St., Gretna, LA 70053

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Young Audiences Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy (rated 5.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), with a very similar rating. Additionally, L.B. Landry High School (rated 3.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gretna, see our Gretna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Young Audiences Charter School New Orleans 0.2 mi 7.9
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Gretna 0.3 mi 5.3
McDonogh 26/Homedale Elementary School Gretna 0.6 mi 4.8
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL New Orleans 0.6 mi 6.5
William Hart Elementary School Gretna 0.8 mi 3.6
L.B. Landry High School New Orleans 0.9 mi 3.7
Harriet Tubman Charter School New Orleans 1.2 mi 3.5
Martin Behrman Charter Acad of Creative Arts & Sci New Orleans 1.3 mi 3.0
Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies Gretna 1.3 mi 8.9
New Orleans Military & Maritime Academy New Orleans 1.6 mi 5.2
Ruppel Academie Francaise Gretna 1.5 mi 9.4
ST MICHAEL SPECIAL SCHOOL New Orleans 1.5 mi 7.9
Dorothy Height Charter School New Orleans 1.6 mi 3.7
Frederick Douglass Community School Gretna 1.7 mi 4.8
Terrytown Elementary School Terrytown 1.8 mi 5.0
STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI Terrytown 1.9 mi 7.6
THE CHARTWELL CENTER New Orleans 1.7 mi
International School of Louisiana New Orleans 1.8 mi 5.8
ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL New Orleans 1.8 mi 5.2
RAPHAEL ACADEMY New Orleans 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,786

Median Home Value

$225,700

Median Rent

$1,017/mo

Population

16,409

College Educated

23.9%

Homeownership

45.8%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

26.6%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Young Audiences Charter High School

What grades does Young Audiences Charter High School serve?

Young Audiences Charter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Young Audiences Charter High School?

Young Audiences Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Audiences Charter High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Young Audiences Charter High School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Young Audiences Charter High School rank in LA?

Young Audiences Charter High School ranks #921 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Young Audiences Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Young Audiences Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Young Audiences Charter High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Young Audiences Charter High School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Young Audiences Charter High School a charter school?

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

Is Young Audiences Charter High School a Title I school?

No, Young Audiences Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young Audiences Charter High School?

79.9% of students at Young Audiences Charter High 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

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