Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Renew Laurel Elementary 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 14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renew Laurel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Renew Laurel Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Renew Laurel Elementary 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 Renew Laurel Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#988 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
91%
41%
White
n/a
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
87%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renew Laurel Elementary School's ranking?
Renew Laurel Elementary School is ranked #988 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Renew Laurel Elementary School often compared to?
Renew Laurel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Russa Moton Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Renew Laurel Elementary School?
581 students attend Renew Laurel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Renew Laurel Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renew Laurel Elementary School?
Renew Laurel Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Renew Laurel Elementary School offer ?
Renew Laurel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Renew Laurel Elementary School part of?
Renew Laurel Elementary School is part of Renew Scitech Academy At Laurel School District.
In what neighborhood is Renew Laurel Elementary School located?
Renew Laurel Elementary School is located in the Irish Channel neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Irish Channel.
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