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CER ranks Louisiana's charter school law 15th strongest of the nation's 40 charter laws, with an overall grade of C. The law was passed in 1995.
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Alphabetical Listing of Schools: 1 - 84 of 84
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Abramson Science and Technology Charter School
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5552 Read Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70127
Phone: 504-244-4416
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 400
Grades: K-11
Status: Open
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Description:
School will use cutting-edge technology to teach students with an emphasis on science and math.
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Akili Academy of New Orleans
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1700 Pratt Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70122
Phone: 504-355-4172
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Opened 2008
Enrollment:
Grades: K-1
Status: Open
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Description:
Intensive curriculum with the goal of students to develop the skills necessary to gain admittance into the best college prep high schools in New Orleans.
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Algiers Technology Academy
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6501 Berkeley Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70131
Phone: 504-433-7134
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 200
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Students will major in one of three areas: business systems, graphic design and computer science.
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Alice M. Harte Elementary
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5300 Berkley Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70131
Phone: 504-398-7101
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 631
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Emphasis on academic and personal success through quality instruction, advanced technology and a curriculum connected to performing and visual arts.
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Andrew H. Wilson Charter School
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1111 Milan St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: (504) 910-7290
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 366
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
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Description:
Extended school day, team teaching, daily arts enrichment.
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Arise Academy
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3819 St. Claude Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70117
Phone: 504-615-6354
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Opened 2009
Enrollment: 200
Grades: PreK-2
Status: Open
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Description:
Extended academic time.
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Arthur Ashe Charter School
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3649 Laurel St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: 504-373-6267
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 240
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
College preparatory curriculum.
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Avoyelles Public Charter School
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201 Longfellow Road
Mansura, LA 71350
Phone: 318-240-8285
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Opened 2000
Enrollment: 535
Grades: K-10
Status: Open
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Description:
Serves students using the Core Knowledge Sequence, SRA Direct Instruction Reading and Language Arts, Connecting and Saxon Math.
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Belle Chasse Academy
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100 5th St.
Belle Chasse, LA 70037
Phone: 504-433-5850
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Opened 2002
Enrollment: 836
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Provides an education that caters to the needs of military dependent students, as well as providing convenient access for parents that have long and unusual work hours.
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Benjamin Franklin Senior High School
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2001 Leon C Simon Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70122
Phone: 504-286-2600
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 888
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Accelerated college-preparatory curriculum.
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Benjamin Mays Preparatory School
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3059 Higgins Blvd. Buildings A & B
New Orleans, LA 70126
Phone: 504-428-8711
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Opened 2009
Enrollment:
Grades: PreK-2
Status: Open
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Description:
Extended day, extended year
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Capitol Pre-College Academy for Boys
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1000 N. 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-343-0745
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Opened 2008
Enrollment:
Grades: 10-12
Status: Open
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Description:
All boys school created to ensure students are performing at basic and beyond academically and socially.
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Capitol Pre-College Academy for Girls
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1000 N. 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-383-0353
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Opened 2008
Enrollment:
Grades: 10-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Increase student achievement and lower the dropout rate by providing a positive learning environment that enhances self-esteem, promotes responsible citizenship, and fosters a desire for life-long learning.
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Childrens Charter School
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1143 North St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-387-9273
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Opened 1997
Enrollment: 180
Grades: PreK-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Serves early elementary in a flexible education program.
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Crestworth Learning Academy
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10650 Avenue F
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
Phone: 225.775.6845
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Opened 2009
Enrollment: 500
Grades: 6-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Underlying philosophy is grounded in the Efficacy Approach developed by Jeff Howard and in the Integrated Thematic Instructional approach developed by Susan Kovalik.
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Crocker Arts and Technology School
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3601 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: 504-338-6054
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Opened 2008
Enrollment:
Grades: K-2
Status: Open
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Description:
School creates an environment that promotes academic excellence and prepares our students to become lifelong learners, equipping them for college and for life beyond the classroom.
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Dalton Elementary
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3605 Ontario St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
Phone: 225-355-2398
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Opened 2009
Enrollment: 384
Grades: PreK-5
Status: Open
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Description:
Taken over by Advance Baton Rouge; Intense focus on reading and math
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Delhi Charter School
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6940 Hwy. 17
Delhi, LA 71232
Phone: 318-878-0433
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Opened 2001
Enrollment: 372
Grades: K-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Serves children of the Delta. Follows state curriculum utilizing Core Knowledge Curriculum.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Academy of Global Studies
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3700 Tall Pines Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70131
Phone: 504-398-7125
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 660
Grades: PreK-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Curriculum focuses on global studies, cultural awareness and preparing young people to be contributing members of their communities.
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East Baton Rouge Arts and Technology School
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101 St. Ferdinand St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-389-0868
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Opened 1996
Enrollment: 187
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Designed to develop applied learning skills utilizing technology and the arts. Serves students who may or have already dropped out with a community-based employment development program.
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Edna Karr Senior High School
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3332 Huntlee Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70131
Phone: 504-398-7115
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 1081
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Encourage students to become independent, lifelong learners. Students take classes at local college or university.
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Edward Hynes Charter School
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3774 Gentilly Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70122
Phone: 504-324-7160
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 202
Grades: PreK-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Committed to fostering academic excellence in an environment that encourages the development of knowledgeable, confident, and responsible citizens.
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Einstein Charter School
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5100 Cannes
New Orleans, LA 70129
Phone: 504-324-7450
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 300
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Interdisciplinary curriculum, emphasis on math and science
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Esperanza Charter School
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4407 S. Carrollton Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70119
Phone: 504-251-1008
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 335
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
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Gentilly Terrace Elementary
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4720 Painters St.
New Orleans, LA 70122
Phone: 504-286-2670
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 647
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Louisiana Comprehensive Curriculum. Operated by the University of New Orleans.
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Glen Oaks Middle School
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5300 Monarch Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70811
Phone: 225-357-3790
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Opened 2008
Enrollment:
Grades: 6-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Committed to helping students attain their fullest potential and become productive members of society.
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Harriet Ross Tubman Elementary
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2013 General Meyer Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70114
Phone: 504-363-1064
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 487
Grades: PreK-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Curriculum focuses on technology and creative arts. Hands-on experience in the visual and performing arts.
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Intercultural Charter School
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5075 Willowbrook Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70129
Phone: 504-662-0330
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Opened 2008
Enrollment: 246
Grades: K-6
Status: Open
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Description:
Pursuing academic rigor and nurturing pride in the communitys diverse culture. Vietnamese and Spanish taught as World Languages to all students.
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International School of Louisiana
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1400 Camp St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: 504-654-1088
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Opened 2000
Enrollment: 500
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Provides an academically challenging curriculum in a foreign language, either French or Spanish, eventually graduating students with an internationally recognized high school diploma. Will expand to grade 12. Type 2 BESE
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J.K. Haynes Elementary Charter School
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356 East Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-346-0067
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Opened 1997
Enrollment: 140
Grades: K-5
Status: Open
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Description:
Serves lower elementary students using a basic core curriculum with special emphasis on communication.
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James M. Singleton Charter Middle School
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2220 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70113
Phone: 504-568-3466
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Opened 1999
Enrollment: 450
Grades: PreK-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Serves academically at-risk, inter-city students who have behavior and/or adjustment problems. Promotes social re-integration and academic success.
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Jefferson Community School
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3528 Montford St.
Jefferson, LA 70121
Phone: 504-836-0808
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Opened 1996
Enrollment: 45
Grades: 6-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Serves young adolescents who have been expelled from the parish school system. Teaches students appropriate academic and behavioral skills.
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KIPP Believe College Prep
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1607 S. Carrollton Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70118
Phone: 504-304-8857
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 320
Grades: 5-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Provides educationally under-served students with the knowledge, character and life skills needed to succeed in top-quality high schools, colleges and the competitive world beyond.
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KIPP Believe College Preparatory
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1607 S. Carrollton Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70118
Phone: 504-304-8857
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 254
Grades: 5-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Prepares students with the academic, intellectual and character skills that are necessary for success in high school, college and the competitive world beyond.
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KIPP Central City Academy
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2625 Thalia Street
New Orleans, LA 70113
Phone: 504-373-6290
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 95
Grades: 5-7
Status: Open
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Description:
Prepares students with the academic, intellectual and character skills that are necessary for success in high school, college and the competitive world beyond.
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KIPP Central City Primary
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2625 Thalia St.
New Orleans, LA 70113
Phone: 504-373-6290
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Opened 2008
Enrollment: 95
Grades: K-1
Status: Open
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Description:
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Lafayette Academy
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2727 S. Carrollton Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70118
Phone: 504-861-8370
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 750
Grades: PreK-7
Status: Open
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Description:
Core Knowledge Series with Paragon Curriculum and an Arts Focus that links core learning with multiple learning styles.
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Lafayette Charter High School
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516 E. Pinhook Road
Lafayette, LA 70501
Phone: 337-261-8981
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Opened 1998
Enrollment: 75
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Serves students seeking a high school diploma in an alternative school setting using a computer-assisted program of study with a flexible schedule that provides for evening classes and an extended school year.
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Lake Forest Elementary Charter
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12000 Hayne Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70128
Phone: (504) 826-7140
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 350
Grades: PreK-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Accelerated, rigorous, academic curriculum.
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Langston Hughes Academy Charter School
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3519 Trafalgar St.
New Orleans, LA 70119
Phone: 504-352-2633
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 198
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Longer school days and longer academic year with a college preparatory curriculum.
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Lanier Elementary
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4705 Lanier Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70812
Phone: 225-357-5953
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Opened 2009
Enrollment: 419
Grades: PreK-5
Status: Open
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Description:
Taken over by Advance Baton Rouge; Intense focus on reading and math
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Linear Leadership Academy
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1845 Linear St
Shreveport, LA 71107
Phone: 318-221-1589
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Opened 2009
Enrollment: 192
Grades: 6-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Emphasis on leadership development skills
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Linwood Public Charter School
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401 W 70th St.
Shreveport, LA 71106
Phone: 318-865-4800
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Opened 2009
Enrollment: 730
Grades: 6-8
Status: Open
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Description:
A college preparatory program with emphasis on math and English.
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Louisiana School for Agricultural Sciences
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5303 Highway 115
Bunkie, LA 71322
Phone: (318) 346-8029
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Opened 2000
Enrollment: 314
Grades: 8-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Offers a 3-track program. Alternative/GED technical and college prep. Agri-science is a theme integrated across all curriculum to teach concepts through hands-on instruction. Academy-based.
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Madison Prep Academy
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1555 Madison Ave.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-336-1410
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Opened 2009
Enrollment: 100
Grades: 9-10
Status: Open
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Description:
High school extension of CSAL, a 12 year old charter middle school and will extend that schools focus on project-based learning with community internships for students. Later moving to a bigger location on Florida Boulevard.
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McDonogh #32 Literacy Charter School
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800 De Armas St.
New Orleans, LA 70114
Phone: 504-363-1057
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 200
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Provide highest-quality education in a safe, secure environment to ensure they will be prepared for high school and beyond. Will expand to grade 8.
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McDonogh 42 Elementary Charter School
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1651 N. Tonti St.
New Orleans, LA 70119
Phone: 504-942-3660
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 475
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
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McDonogh City Park Academy
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401 Nashville Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: 504-896-4027
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 150
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Louisiana Comprehensive Curriculum.
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Medard H. Nelson Charter School
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3121 St. Bernard Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70119
Phone: 504-942-3670
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 360
Grades: PreK-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Louisiana Comprehensive Curriculum. Operated by University of New Orleans.
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Milestone SABIS Academy of New Orleans
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5951 Patton St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: 504-894-0557
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Opened 2001
Enrollment: 408
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Serves students in a structured program that offers a detailed and comprehensive curriculum.
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Moton Elementary
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3774 Gentilly Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70122
Phone: 504-430-3143
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 214
Grades: PreK-6
Status: Open
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Description:
Louisiana comprehensive curriculum.
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New Orleans College Preparatory
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3127 Martin Luther King Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70125
Phone: (504) 522-0100
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Opened 2007
Enrollment: 125
Grades: K-2, 6-7
Status: Open
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Description:
Prepare each of our students to enter and excel in a rigorous 4 year college or university by the time of graduation.
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New Vision Learning Academy
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507 Swayze St.
Monroe, LA 71201
Phone: 318-338-9995
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Opened 1998
Enrollment: 260
Grades: PreK-6
Status: Open
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Description:
Content-rich curriculum focusing on technology, composition, foreign language, study skills, as well as core subjects. An extended day, extended school year and class blocks are also featured.
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O. Perry Walker Senior High
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2832 General Meyer Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70114
Phone: 504-324-7554
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 800
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Spanish and French immersion school with focus on critical thinking and problem solving skills.
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Pierre A. Capdau Charter School
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3821 Franklin Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70122
Phone: 504-872-9257
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 261
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Louisiana Comprehensive Curriculum. Operated by University of New Orleans.
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Prescott Middle School
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4055 Prescott Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
Phone: 225-357-6481
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Opened 2008
Enrollment: 710
Grades: 6-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Committed to delivering a strong education curriculum and bringing back a sense of community to the school and students.
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Pride College Preparatory
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200 Broadway, Suite 108
New Orleans, LA 70118
Phone: 504-400-0614
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Opened 2009
Enrollment: 120
Grades: PreK-2
Status: Open
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Description:
Healthy Learning
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Priestley School of Architecture and Construction
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2009 Palmyra St.
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 504-324-7200
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 100
Grades: 9-10
Status: Open
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Description:
Provides a foundation in core academics, broad exposure to architecture and construction careers, and relevant vocational education preparation.
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Samuel J. Green Charter School
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2319 Valence St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: 504-304-3532
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 460
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Focus is on one academic subject a day and Louisiana comprehensive curriculum.
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Sojourner Truth Academy
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1301 N. Derbigny Street
New Orleans, LA 70116
Phone: 504-352-6330
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Opened 2008
Enrollment:
Grades: 9
Status: Open
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Description:
Social justice focus. Students will receive a college preparatory education and learn the importance of community.
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Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence
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1426 Napoleon Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: 504-304-3918
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Opened 2005
Enrollment: 325
Grades: 4-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Positive school discipline, family cooperation and community unity.
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Success Preparatory Academy
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2011 Bienville St.
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 504-909-6275
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Opened 2009
Enrollment:
Grades: K-3
Status: Open
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Description:
Extended day, extended year; Strong special education/ GATE program
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Thurgood Marshall-UNO Early College HS
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4621 Canal St.
New Orleans, LA 70119
Phone: 504-373-6297
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Opened 2009
Enrollment: 400
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Capital One-University of New Orleans Charter School Network; College Prep; Inclusion Special Education Model
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Virgil Brown Glencoe Charter School
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4491 LA Hwy. 83
Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-923-6932
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Opened 1999
Enrollment: 370
Grades: K-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Multifaceted and holistic approach with a curriculum that includes fine arts, music, foreign language, experiments, research and hands-on activities.
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Warren Easton Senior High School
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3019 Canal St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
Phone: 504-324-7400
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 832
Grades: 9-12
Status: Open
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Description:
Louisiana comprehensive curriculum and college preparatory.
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William J. Fischer Elementary
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1801 Whitney Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70114
Phone: 504-304-3976
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Opened 2006
Enrollment: 420
Grades: PreK-8
Status: Open
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Description:
Louisiana Comprehensive Curriculum guides the instruction, with the integration of technology and the arts.
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American Scholars Academy
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, LA
Phone: 504-905-7053
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Opened 2010
Enrollment:
Grades: 9-12
Status: Approved
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Description:
All Boys.
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SABIS International Charter School of Pine Grove
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Pine Grove, LA 70453
Phone: 225-777-4812
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Opened 2010
Enrollment:
Grades: K-6
Status: Approved
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Description:
Serves students in a structured program that offers a detailed and comprehensive curriculum. This school is managed by SABIS, a for-profit organization, which has been contracted by the founding group.
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New Orleans Free Elementary
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3601 Camp St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone:
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Opened 2006
Enrollment:
Grades:
Status: Closed
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Description:
Mismanagement - Financial problems, leadership turnover and lack of academic progress. Closed June 2009.
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RESOURCES
Louisiana Charter Schools Association
5500 Prytania #126
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: 504-274-3651
Fax: 504-274-3690
Contact: Caroline Roemer, Executive Director
Email: croemer@lacharterschools.org
The mission of LAPCS is to provide a clear and distinctive voice for Louisiana's charter schools. The association provides leadership, member services, and public information to serve and support charter schools.
Louisiana State Board of Education
1201 North Third Street, P.O. Box 94064
Capitol Station
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9064
Phone: 225-342-3640
Fax: 225-342-5843
Contact: Kenneth Campbell, Director, Charter Schools
Email: kenneth.campbell@la.gov
Algiers Charter Schools Association
3712 MacArthur, Suite 100A
New Orleans, 70131
Phone: 504-302-7000
Fax: 504-302-7050
Contact: Dr. Andrea Thomas-Reynolds, CEO
In conjunction with the Orleans Parish School Board, the Algiers Charter Schools Association (ACSA) has elected to establish charter schools to address the needs of families living on the West Bank of New Orleans and those families throughout the East Bank as well looking for educational alternatives.
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