Serving 887 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Bricolage Academy ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bricolage Academy's student population of 887 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 106% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Bricolage Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bricolage Academy is 0.56, 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
#583 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
62%
41%
White
21%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bricolage Academy's ranking?
Bricolage Academy is ranked #583 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Bricolage Academy often compared to?
Bricolage Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Jeff Community School, The Willow School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Bricolage Academy?
887 students attend Bricolage Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bricolage Academy students are Black, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bricolage Academy?
Bricolage Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bricolage Academy offer ?
Bricolage Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bricolage Academy part of?
Bricolage Academy is part of Bricolage Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Bricolage Academy located?
Bricolage Academy is located in the Treme And Lafitte neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Treme And Lafitte.
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