Serving 710 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kipp Believe 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 15% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Believe ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Believe's student population of 710 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Believe ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Believe is 0.17, 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
#1058 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
91%
42%
White
1%
41%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
61%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Believe's ranking?
Kipp Believe is ranked #1058 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Kipp Believe often compared to?
Kipp Believeis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Central City by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Believe?
710 students attend Kipp Believe.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kipp Believe students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Believe?
Kipp Believe has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kipp Believe offer ?
Kipp Believe offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Believe part of?
Kipp Believe is part of KIPP Believe School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Believe located?
Kipp Believe is located in the Black Pearl neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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