Serving 273 students in grades 8-12, New Orleans Accelerated High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Orleans Accelerated High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
New Orleans Accelerated High School's student population of 273 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 140% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Orleans Accelerated High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Orleans Accelerated High 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#273 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
88%
41%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Orleans Accelerated High School's ranking?
New Orleans Accelerated High School is ranked #273 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Orleans Accelerated High School?
The graduation rate of New Orleans Accelerated High School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend New Orleans Accelerated High School?
273 students attend New Orleans Accelerated High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of New Orleans Accelerated High School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Orleans Accelerated High School?
New Orleans Accelerated High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Orleans Accelerated High School offer ?
New Orleans Accelerated High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is New Orleans Accelerated High School part of?
New Orleans Accelerated High School is part of New Orleans Accelerated High School District.
In what neighborhood is New Orleans Accelerated High School located?
New Orleans Accelerated High School is located in the East Riverside neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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