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Orleans Parish Public Schools

Lusher Charter School

#1 in Best Public Elementary Schools in Louisiana
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • K-12
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 197 reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A+
  2. Diversity
    A
  3. Teachers
    A
  4. College Prep
    A+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A
  6. Health & Safety
    A+
  7. Administration
    B+
  8. Sports
    B
  9. Food
    B-
  10. Resources & Facilities
    A
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Lusher Charter School is a top rated, public, charter school located in New Orleans, LA. It has 1,712 students in grades K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 99% of students are at least proficient in math and 98% in reading.
Address
5624 Freret Street
New Orleans, LA 70115
Telephone
(504) 304-3960
Website
lusherschool.org

Lusher Charter School Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
98%
Percent Proficient - Math
99%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1250
41 responses
Average ACT
28
205 responses
AP Enrollment
62%
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Living in the Area
B
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Cost of Living
    C+
  2. Good for Families
    B-
  3. Housing
    C-
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$38,721
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$954
National
$949
Median Home Value
$205,000
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
A+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
88%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.26 responses
Poll
81%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.26 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 84 responses
Report
  • Spirit Week
    19%
  • School dances
    18%
  • Crawfish Boil
    14%
  • CAMALS film festival
    13%
  • Friday Night Football Games
    10%
  • Pep Rallies
    8%
  • Senior presentations
    7%

Students

Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,712
Free or Reduced Lunch
21%
81%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.31 responses
94%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.31 responses
74%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.31 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$46,946
Teachers in First/Second Year
5.2%
73%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.33 responses
73%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.33 responses
76%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.33 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$15,944/ year
National
$12,239
89%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.37 responses
46%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.37 responses
70%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.37 responses
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Diversity of student body made for creative and open environment. An excellent learning environment with resources and involved and invested teachers. There's an excellent balance of academic and creative with certificate programs available to students who'd like to pursue one area or both. Student participation is high because they feel connected to the school and supported by the staff and administration.

 I would not change schools if I had to do it all over again!
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I love it, I’m challenged academically and individually, and have made long-lasting bonds and memories. Although the elementary struggles with diversity, the middle and high school are full of it. The student life is... something else. I like this though, we're smart but almost always in some sort of ridiculous situation. Some moonwalk down the hallway, scaring touring parents, accidentally drop their spare underwear on the football field, surf down the hallway on ketchup packets, witness substitutes lose class pets, or leave milk trails around the school. At one point, we only had one security guard, a wide-open football field gate, and one nurse, who shifted between schools throughout the week, and we enjoyed it. We could pull shenanigans then and now. At the elementary location, the disciplinary precautions were silly, but after "disciplining" to no avail, they changed (thank c/o 2022). The dress code is "sexist" but be lowkey and you'll slide, plus no one cares anymore.
I would rate my overall experience with Lusher Charter School as five out of five stars. I've been attending Lusher Charter School since first grade and the students there are treated like family. The education is great and I learn so many new and interesting things. The teachers are understanding and pleasant. They are willing to help you with homework and studying for their assessments. Sure, there are times where students are disciplined, but the faculty treats them with the upmost respect. There are great Certificate of Artistry Programs for students who want to focus more on what they're interested in. You build great relationships with the people you meet as well.