Summary:
The International School of Louisiana is a public charter elementary school serving grades K-8 in New Orleans, Louisiana. This standout school has consistently ranked in the top 25% of elementary schools in the state, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
The school's academic performance is exceptional, with proficiency rates in Mathematics and English Language Arts that significantly exceed the state averages across all grade levels. For instance, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school had 78% proficiency in Math compared to 60% statewide, and 84% proficiency in ELA compared to 70% statewide. Additionally, the school maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.6, which can contribute to more personalized attention for students.
Despite having a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 56.98% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the International School of Louisiana is able to achieve these exceptional academic results. While the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 24.6% in 2023-2024 is higher than desired, it remains below the state average, suggesting opportunities for further engagement with students and families to improve attendance.
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