Serving 921 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kipp East 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 14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp East's student population of 921 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
921 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
2014
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Bright Futures Begin!
School Rankings
Kipp East 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 East is 0.18, 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
#965 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
90%
42%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
61%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp East's ranking?
Kipp East is ranked #965 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Kipp East?
921 students attend Kipp East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Kipp East students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp East?
Kipp East has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kipp East offer ?
Kipp East offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp East part of?
Kipp East is part of KIPP East Community Primary School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp East located?
Kipp East is located in the New Orleans East Area neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 12 other public schools located in New Orleans East Area.
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