Joseph A. Craig School serves 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-7.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
28 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
99%
42%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Joseph A. Craig School?
374 students attend Joseph A. Craig School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Joseph A. Craig School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Joseph A. Craig School offer ?
Joseph A. Craig School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7
What school district is Joseph A. Craig School part of?
Joseph A. Craig School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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