Opportunities Academy serves 74 students in grades 12.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Opportunities Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Opportunities Academy's student population of 74 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Opportunities Academy is 0.26, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
86%
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
76%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Opportunities Academy?
74 students attend Opportunities Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Opportunities Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Opportunities Academy offer ?
Opportunities Academy offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Opportunities Academy part of?
Opportunities Academy is part of Opportunities Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Opportunities Academy located?
Opportunities Academy is located in the Central City neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in Central City.
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