Serving 891 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kipp Central City 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 12% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Central City ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Central City's student population of 891 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
891 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Central City 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 Kipp Central City is 0.27, 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
#1019 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
85%
41%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
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 Kipp Central City's ranking?
Kipp Central City is ranked #1019 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Kipp Central City often compared to?
Kipp Central Cityis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Believe, Booker T. Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Central City?
891 students attend Kipp Central City.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Kipp Central City students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Central City?
Kipp Central City has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Central City offer ?
Kipp Central City offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Central City part of?
Kipp Central City is part of KIPP Central City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Central City located?
Kipp Central City is located in the Central City neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in Central City.
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