Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Esperanza Charter School 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 9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esperanza Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Esperanza Charter School's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 91% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Esperanza Charter School 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 Esperanza Charter School is 0.50, 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
#1179 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
61%
11%
Black
37%
42%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esperanza Charter School's ranking?
Esperanza Charter School is ranked #1179 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Esperanza Charter School?
538 students attend Esperanza Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Esperanza Charter School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esperanza Charter School?
Esperanza Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Esperanza Charter School offer ?
Esperanza Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Esperanza Charter School part of?
Esperanza Charter School is part of Esperanza Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Esperanza Charter School located?
Esperanza Charter School is located in the Mid City neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 3 other public schools located in Mid City.
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