Serving 561 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Akili Of New Orleans ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akili Of New Orleans ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Akili Of New Orleans's student population of 561 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Akili Of New Orleans ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akili Of New Orleans is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1156 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
93%
42%
White
1%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akili Of New Orleans's ranking?
Akili Of New Orleans is ranked #1156 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Akili Of New Orleans often compared to?
Akili Of New Orleansis often viewed alongside schools like Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School, Abramson Sci Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Akili Of New Orleans?
561 students attend Akili Of New Orleans.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Akili Of New Orleans students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akili Of New Orleans?
Akili Of New Orleans has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Akili Of New Orleans offer ?
Akili Of New Orleans offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Akili Of New Orleans part of?
Akili Of New Orleans is part of Akili Academy Of New Orleans School District.
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