Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Arise 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 5% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arise Academy's student population of 336 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Arise 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 Arise Academy is 0.08, 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
#1226 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
96%
41%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
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 Arise Academy's ranking?
Arise Academy is ranked #1226 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Arise Academy often compared to?
Arise Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur Ashe Charter School, Audubon Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Arise Academy?
336 students attend Arise Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Arise Academy students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arise Academy?
Arise Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arise Academy offer ?
Arise Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arise Academy part of?
Arise Academy is part of Arise Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Arise Academy located?
Arise Academy is located in the St Claude neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in St Claude.
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