Serving 973 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harriet Tubman 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 8% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harriet Tubman Charter School's student population of 973 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 81% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
973 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harriet Tubman 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 Harriet Tubman Charter School is 0.40, 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
#1114 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
76%
41%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Harriet Tubman Charter School's ranking?
Harriet Tubman Charter School is ranked #1114 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Harriet Tubman Charter School often compared to?
Harriet Tubman Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foundation Preparatory Academy, Homer Plessy Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Harriet Tubman Charter School?
973 students attend Harriet Tubman Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Harriet Tubman Charter School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harriet Tubman Charter School?
Harriet Tubman Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harriet Tubman Charter School offer ?
Harriet Tubman Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Harriet Tubman Charter School part of?
Harriet Tubman Charter School is part of Harriet Tubman Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Harriet Tubman Charter School located?
Harriet Tubman Charter School is located in the Behrman neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
School Reviews
5 7/28/2014
I love my school. They teachers really help me learn. Children feel safe when they are here at all time. We are provided with the best team of educators. And we are never just working all the time, we have enough free time each day. GO HT!!!!!
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