Summary:
Audubon Charter Gentilly is a single K-8 elementary school in New Orleans, LA, serving 448 students as its own district.
This school stands out for its exceptional performance in 8th grade, where it surpasses state averages in all tested subjects, particularly Social Studies (79% vs. 61% state) and English Language Arts (75% vs. 69% state). However, mathematics is a systemic weakness, with proficiency rates below the state average in every grade from 3rd through 8th—most notably in 3rd grade (43% vs. 62% state) and 6th grade (44% vs. 65% state). The school benefits from a favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1 and a chronic absenteeism rate of 17.5%, which is notably lower than the state average of 22.5%. Its state ranking has been volatile, dropping from the 43rd percentile (2 stars) in 2023-2024 to the 28th percentile (1 star) in 2024-2025, before recovering to the 34th percentile (2 stars) in 2025-2026.
Key takeaways for parents include the "8th Grade Bump," where the school's curriculum or teaching staff appears exceptionally effective for older students, especially in Social Studies and ELA. This strength should be investigated and potentially replicated in lower grades. The consistent underperformance in math across all grades signals a critical need for targeted intervention. The school's low absenteeism and small class sizes provide a strong foundation for student support, but translating this into stronger academic outcomes—particularly in math—remains a challenge. Overall, while the school has clear bright spots, its inconsistent year-over-year performance and math struggles warrant careful consideration.
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