Serving 807 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Arthur Ashe 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 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur Ashe Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Arthur Ashe Charter School's student population of 807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arthur Ashe Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur Ashe Charter School is 0.17, 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
#800 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
91%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur Ashe Charter School's ranking?
Arthur Ashe Charter School is ranked #800 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Arthur Ashe Charter School often compared to?
Arthur Ashe Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math And Science, Arise Academy, Audubon Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Arthur Ashe Charter School?
807 students attend Arthur Ashe Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Arthur Ashe Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arthur Ashe Charter School?
Arthur Ashe Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arthur Ashe Charter School offer ?
Arthur Ashe Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Arthur Ashe Charter School part of?
Arthur Ashe Charter School is part of Arthur Ashe Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Arthur Ashe Charter School located?
Arthur Ashe Charter School is located in the Fillmore neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in Fillmore.
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