Serving 1,013 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kipp Morial 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 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 1,013 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Morial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Morial's student population of 1,013 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Morial 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 Kipp Morial is 0.23, 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
#1039 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
87%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Morial's ranking?
Kipp Morial is ranked #1039 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Kipp Morial often compared to?
Kipp Morialis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Central City, Robert Russa Moton Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Morial?
1,013 students attend Kipp Morial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kipp Morial students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Morial?
Kipp Morial has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Morial offer ?
Kipp Morial offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Kipp Morial part of?
Kipp Morial is part of KIPP Ernest N. Dutch Morial School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Morial located?
Kipp Morial is located in the New Orleans East Area neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 12 other public schools located in New Orleans East Area.
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