Serving 796 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Langston Hughes Charter Academy 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 16% (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 28:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Langston Hughes Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Langston Hughes Charter Academy's student population of 796 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Langston Hughes Charter Academy 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 Langston Hughes Charter Academy is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#981 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
92%
41%
White
1%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
58%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langston Hughes Charter Academy's ranking?
Langston Hughes Charter Academy is ranked #981 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% 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 Langston Hughes Charter Academy?
796 students attend Langston Hughes Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Langston Hughes Charter Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Langston Hughes Charter Academy?
Langston Hughes Charter Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Langston Hughes Charter Academy offer ?
Langston Hughes Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Langston Hughes Charter Academy part of?
Langston Hughes Charter Academy is part of Langston Hughes Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Langston Hughes Charter Academy located?
Langston Hughes Charter Academy is located in the Fairgrounds neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Fairgrounds.
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