Serving 778 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Arthur Ashe Charter School 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 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arthur Ashe Charter School's student population of 778 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Arthur Ashe Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur Ashe Charter School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#822 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
93%
42%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur Ashe Charter School's ranking?
Arthur Ashe Charter School is ranked #822 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Arthur Ashe Charter School often compared to?
Arthur Ashe Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math And Science, Audubon Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Arthur Ashe Charter School?
778 students attend Arthur Ashe Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Arthur Ashe Charter School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arthur Ashe Charter School?
Arthur Ashe Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arthur Ashe Charter School offer ?
Arthur Ashe Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arthur Ashe Charter School part of?
Arthur Ashe Charter School is part of Arthur Ashe Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Arthur Ashe Charter School located?
Arthur Ashe Charter School is located in the Fillmore neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in Fillmore.
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