Serving 725 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School's student population of 725 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School is 0.19, 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
#556 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
90%
42%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School's ranking?
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School is ranked #556 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School often compared to?
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dorothy Height Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School?
725 students attend Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School?
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School offer ?
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School part of?
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School is part of Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School located?
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School is located in the Old Aurora neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Old Aurora.
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