Education
New Orleans, Louisiana, boasts a diverse and dynamic educational landscape, encompassing a range of public schools, higher education institutions, and public libraries.
Public Schools:
The city’s public education system is unique, with a significant emphasis on charter schools. As of the 2024-2025 school year, the Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB), branded as NOLA Public Schools, oversees 67 of the 74 public schools in the parish. This includes one direct-run school and 65 charter schools operated by 31 non-profit Charter Management Organizations.
In terms of student demographics, approximately 43,500 students attend public schools in New Orleans. Of these, 92% are students of color, 84% are economically disadvantaged, and 13% are students with disabilities.
Colleges and Universities:
New Orleans is home to a rich array of higher education institutions, including:
- Tulane University: A private research university offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
- University of New Orleans (UNO): A public research university providing diverse academic programs.
- Loyola University New Orleans: A private Jesuit university known for its liberal arts and professional studies.
- Xavier University of Louisiana: The only historically Black, Catholic university in the U.S., renowned for its programs in the sciences and pharmacy.
- Dillard University: A private historically Black university emphasizing a liberal arts education.
- Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO): A public historically Black university offering various undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Delgado Community College: A comprehensive community college providing associate degrees, certificates, and transfer programs.
In total, the city hosts 10 colleges and universities, including two medical schools and a top-rated pharmacy school.
Public Libraries:
The New Orleans Public Library system operates multiple branches throughout the city, offering resources, programs, and services to the community. The main library is located at 219 Loyola Avenue.
This diverse educational infrastructure reflects New Orleans’ commitment to providing comprehensive learning opportunities for its residents.
New Orleans Public Schools
Audubon Charter School
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Hynes Charter Schools (Lakeview, UNO, Parkview Campuses)
Einstein Charter Schools
Edna Karr High School
Benjamin Franklin High School
Warren Easton Charter High School
Sci High (New Orleans Charter Science and Mathematics High School)
International High School of New Orleans
Lusher Charter School
Colleges/Universities
Tulane University
University of New Orleans (UNO)
Loyola University New Orleans
Xavier University of Louisiana
Dillard University
Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO)
Delgado Community College
Public Library
Main Library (219 Loyola Ave)
Algiers Regional Library
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library
Norman Mayer Library
Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center
Robert E. Smith Regional Library
Martin Luther King Library
East New Orleans Regional Library
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