The Leah Chase School serves 294 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Leah Chase School's student population of 294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
294 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Leah Chase School is 0.22, 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
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
88%
42%
White
1%
41%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The Leah Chase School?
294 students attend The Leah Chase School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of The Leah Chase School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Leah Chase School?
The Leah Chase School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Leah Chase School offer ?
The Leah Chase School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is The Leah Chase School part of?
The Leah Chase School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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