Serving 235 students in grades 9-12, New Harmony High Institute ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Harmony High Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
New Harmony High Institute's student population of 235 students has grown by 446% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 450% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Harmony High Institute ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Harmony High Institute is 0.41, 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
#545 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
75%
42%
White
16%
43%
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
47%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Harmony High Institute's ranking?
New Harmony High Institute is ranked #545 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend New Harmony High Institute?
235 students attend New Harmony High Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of New Harmony High Institute students are Black, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Harmony High Institute?
New Harmony High Institute has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Harmony High Institute offer ?
New Harmony High Institute offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Harmony High Institute part of?
New Harmony High Institute is part of New Harmony High Institute School District.
In what neighborhood is New Harmony High Institute located?
New Harmony High Institute is located in the Holy Cross neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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