Renew Laurel Elementary School

820 Jackson Ave
New Orleans, LA 70130
3/
10
Bottom 50%
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
  • : Bottom 50% in LA
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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:

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.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
581 students
This chart displays total students of Renew Laurel Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Renew Laurel Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Renew Laurel Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Renew Laurel Elementary School 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#988 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Renew Laurel Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
14%
32%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Renew Laurel Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Louisiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
25%
42%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Renew Laurel Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Louisiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
7%
27%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Renew Laurel Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Louisiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Renew Laurel Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Louisiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Renew Laurel Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Louisiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
91%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Renew Laurel Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Louisiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
n/a
42%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Renew Laurel Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Louisiana by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Renew Laurel Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Louisiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Renew Laurel Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Louisiana.
0.17
This chart displays the diversity score of Renew Laurel Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Louisiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
58%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Renew Laurel Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Louisiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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.

School Reviews

Review Renew Laurel Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
We explore the significant impact of bullying on students' academic performance, discussing statistics, research findings, and long-term effects. It provides valuable insights for educators and parents on recognizing bullying behaviors and implementing effective prevention strategies to create a safe learning environment.
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
This comprehensive guide explores the increasing trend of legal prosecution for school fights, discussing recent incidents, age considerations, and the shift from traditional school punishments to law enforcement involvement. It provides valuable insights for parents, educators, and students about the evolving landscape of school discipline and safety measures.
Understanding Rubrics
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 581 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Quick Links