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Sci Academy

Charter | 9-12 | 410 students

Our school is best know for our college prep curriculum.

Living in New Orleans

Situated in an urban neighborhood. The median home value is $63,300. The average monthly rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $950.

Source: Sperling's Best Places
 
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Community Rating

4 stars

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2013:
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2012:
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2011:
Based on 1 rating
2010:
Based on 3 ratings

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Posted May 8, 2011

This is an awesome school. The teachers are very caring and don't give up on your kids if they have a problem. I highly recommended!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 8, 2010

Excellent school, Amazing dedicated teachers and staff. High standards commitment to students success and no excuses. Building tremendous parent and community involvement.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 13, 2010

This school is exceptional! The teachers give over 100% to the students. Every teacher is caring and kind. The school involves and welcome parents participation. This school is the best school I have ever sent my child to.
—Submitted by a parent


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About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 64% in 2010.

77 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
53%

2009

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2010.

77 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
61%

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % basic or above

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Louisiana used the integrated Louisiana Educational Assessment Program (iLEAP) to assess students in grades 3, 5, 6, and 7 in math, English language arts, science, and social studies. The iLEAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Louisiana.

See Louisiana's state standards

Source: Louisiana Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 56% in 2012.

334 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
49%

2009

 
 
52%
Biology I

The state average for Biology I was 52% in 2012.

334 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
43%

2011

 
 
n/a
English 2

The state average for English 2 was 66% in 2012.

334 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
53%

2010

 
 
57%

2009

 
 
n/a
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 49% in 2012.

334 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
32%
Scale: % basic or above

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Louisiana used the End-Of-Course (EOC) tests to test grade high school students in English 2, biology 1, algebra 1 and geometry. The EOC is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Louisiana. The EOC is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above basic on the test.

See Louisiana's state standards

Source: LA Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 100% 46%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 1%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 1%
Hispanic N/A 3%
White N/A 49%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 75%N/A65%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

College readiness and student pathways

Students typically attend these schools prior to attending this school KIPP schools
REnew schools
FirstLine schools
Percentage of students going to 4-year college 95% (2013)
Colleges most students attend after graduation LSU
ULL- Monroe
ULL-Lafayette
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Source: Manually entered by a school official.

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Special education / special needs

Level of special education programming offered
  • Intensive - the school offers a full program for many needs and/or offers at least one very comprehensive program for very challenging needs such as autism or complete visual impairment

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)

School facilities
  • Science lab

Arts & music

Visual arts
  • Photography
Music
  • Band
  • Choir / Chorus
Performing and written arts
  • Creative writing
  • Dance
  • Drama
  • Improv
  • Poetry
Clubs
  • Art club
  • Dance club
  • Drama club
  • Yearbook

Language learning

Foreign languages taught
  • Spanish
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • Moderate - the school consistently offers a full program for particular ESL/ELL needs
Languages supported by ESL/ELL programs
  • Spanish
  • Vietnamese
Clubs
  • Foreign language club: French, Japanese

Gifted & talented

Instructional and/or curriculum models used
  • Advanced placement courses
  • Honors track
College preparation / awareness resources offered
  • College prep programs/courses during the year
  • College presentations or information sessions
  • SAT/ACT prep classes
  • School-sponsored trips to college campuses
  • Summer college prep programs
  • Visiting teachers or lecturers from colleges
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 8:10 am
School end time
  • 5:00 pm
School Leader's name
  • Rhonda Dale-Hart
Best ways for parents to contact the school
  • Email
  • Phone
Gender
  • Coed
Special schedule
  • Extended/longer school day
Is there an application process?
  • Yes
Fax number
  • (504) 324-0171

Programs

Instructional and/or curriculum models used

Don't understand these terms?
  • Advanced placement courses
  • Core knowledge
  • Honors track
  • Internships
Bi-lingual or language immersion programs offered

Don't understand these terms?
  • No
Level of special education programming offered
  • Intensive - the school offers a full program for many needs and/or offers at least one very comprehensive program for very challenging needs such as autism or complete visual impairment
Foreign languages taught
  • Spanish
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • Moderate - the school consistently offers a full program for particular ESL/ELL needs
Languages supported by ESL/ELL programs
  • Spanish
  • Vietnamese
Vocational or skills-based training offered
  • None

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Career/college counseling
  • Counseling
  • Mentoring
  • Remediation
College preparation / awareness resources offered
  • College prep programs/courses during the year
  • College presentations or information sessions
  • SAT/ACT prep classes
  • School-sponsored trips to college campuses
  • Summer college prep programs
  • Visiting teachers or lecturers from colleges
Transportation provided for students by the school / district
  • Buses/vans for students only
  • Passes/tokens for public transportation
School facilities
  • Cafeteria
  • College/career center
  • Library
  • Science lab
Partnerships with local resources and organizations
School leaders can update this information here.

Sports

Boys sports
  • Basketball
  • Football
Girls sports
  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading
  • Flag football
  • Volleyball

Arts & music

Visual arts
  • Photography
Music
  • Band
  • Choir / Chorus
Performing arts
  • Creative writing
  • Dance
  • Drama
  • Improv
  • Poetry

Student clubs

Clubs (distinct from courses)
  • Art club
  • Book/reading club
  • Chess club
  • Community service
  • Dance club
  • Drama club
  • Foreign language club: French, Japanese
  • Lesbian, gay, transgender club
  • Student council/government
  • Yearbook
School leaders can update this information here.

School culture

Dress Code
  • Uniforms
Bullying policy
  • This school has a bullying and/or cyber bullying policy in place.
Parent involvement
  • Attend parent nights
  • Chaperone school trips
  • Coach sports teams or extracurricular activities
  • Join PTO/PTA
  • Organize cultural events
  • Organize fundraising events (school auction, bake sales, etc.)
  • Volunteer in the classroom
  • Volunteer time after school
School leaders can update this information here.

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What are your chances?

Students accepted for the 2011-2012 school year
150
Applications received for the 2012-2013 school year
350
Students typically come from these schools
KIPP schools
REnew schools
FirstLine schools

Planning ahead

Students typically attend these schools after graduating
LSU
ULL- Monroe
ULL-Lafayette
College preparation / awareness offered
College prep programs/courses during the year
College presentations or information sessions
SAT/ACT prep classes
Summer college prep programs
School-sponsored trips to college campuses
Visiting teachers or lecturers from colleges
Students' post-graduation plans in 2013
4 year college - 95%
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5552 Read Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70127
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Phone: (504) 373-6264

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