Opportunities Academy serves 84 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 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: 12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Opportunities Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Opportunities Academy's student population of 84 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 550% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Opportunities Academy 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
93%
41%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
83%
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 the graduation rate of Opportunities Academy?
The graduation rate of Opportunities Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Opportunities Academy?
84 students attend Opportunities Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Opportunities Academy students are Black, 4% 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 Opportunities Academy?
Opportunities Academy has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Opportunities Academy offer ?
Opportunities Academy offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Opportunities Academy part of?
Opportunities Academy is part of Opportunities Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Opportunities Academy located?
Opportunities Academy 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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