Serving 538 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Esperanza Charter School 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 7% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esperanza Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Esperanza Charter School's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Esperanza Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Esperanza Charter School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1147 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
55%
9%
Black
41%
42%
White
3%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esperanza Charter School's ranking?
Esperanza Charter School is ranked #1147 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Esperanza Charter School?
538 students attend Esperanza Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Esperanza Charter School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Esperanza Charter School offer ?
Esperanza Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Esperanza Charter School part of?
Esperanza Charter School is part of Esperanza Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Esperanza Charter School located?
Esperanza Charter School is located in the Mid City neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in Mid City.
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