Summary:
There is one elementary school, Wilson Charter School, serving grades PK-8 in New Orleans, Louisiana, as part of the Wilson Charter School district.
Wilson Charter School presents a fascinating paradox. Overall, the school is ranked in the 25th percentile statewide with a 1-star rating, and its general test scores lag behind state averages—49% proficient in Math versus 62% statewide, and 57% in English Language Arts versus 70% statewide. However, its 8th-grade students taking high school courses achieve at an elite level, with 100% proficient in English I and 94% proficient in Algebra I, dramatically exceeding state averages. This suggests a highly effective accelerated track for a subset of students, creating a stark contrast with the broader student body. A specific bright spot is 6th-grade Social Studies, where 57% of students are proficient, outperforming the state average of 49%.
Key challenges include a high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.7% (compared to the state's 22.5%) and an elevated dropout rate of 5.3% for a school ending at 8th grade, indicating systemic disengagement. The school serves 601 students, with 78.54% qualifying for free or reduced lunch, and has a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1. Performance has remained stagnant over three years, with the ranking slightly declining from the 28th percentile. While the advanced coursework is a standout feature, the school is not making progress in raising achievement for its general population, making it a school of stark contrasts for parents to consider.
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