Edward Hynes Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
789 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(04-05)n/a
1%
Asian
(04-05)3%
1%
Hispanic
(04-05)4%
2%
Black
(04-05)49%
48%
White
(04-05)44%
48%
Hawaiian
(04-05)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(04-05)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (04-05)
28%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Edward Hynes Charter School?
789 students attend Edward Hynes Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Edward Hynes Charter School students are Black, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Edward Hynes Charter School offer ?
Edward Hynes Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Edward Hynes Charter School part of?
Edward Hynes Charter School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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