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Recent LEAP test scores reveal impressive achievements by New Orleans schools, with a notable increase in mastery rates compared to the statewide average. Schools like Willow School and Benjamin Franklin High School led in performance, showcasing effective educational strategies and commitment to progress. The Superintendent of NOLA Public Schools emphasized the district’s dedication to quality education amidst upcoming assessment challenges. This marks a positive trend in student learning and achievement within the region.
The latest LEAP test scores for Louisiana have been released, revealing notable achievements by schools in New Orleans. The results indicate that 35% of students in grades 3-8 and high school across the state met or exceeded the expectations set by state standards. In contrast, New Orleans schools have shown commendable performance, especially in comparison to the statewide trend.
Among the top performers for mastery or above in grades 3-8, the Willow School led with an impressive 88% of students achieving the required mastery levels. This was followed by Lake Forest Elementary Charter School at 80%, and Edward Hynes Charter School – Lakeview at 67%. Other notable schools included Audubon Charter School, Lycée Français de la Nouvelle-Orléans, and International School of Louisiana, among others.
In addition to the top scores, several New Orleans schools demonstrated significant growth in mastery rates. The Wilson Charter School saw an increase of 7 percentage points, while Edward Hynes Charter School – Parkview and Martin Behrman Charter Academy each improved by 6 percentage points, showcasing effective educational strategies and dedication to progress.
New Orleans high school students also made strides in their LEAP results. Leading the pack was Benjamin Franklin High School with a remarkable mastery rate of 95%, followed closely by The Willow School at 88%. Other high schools such as Lycée Français de la Nouvelle-Orléans and Frederick Douglass High School displayed varying results, with rates of 48% and 32% respectively. Notably, schools in Jefferson Parish also reflected strong performances, with several surpassing 90% mastery rates.
Overall, New Orleans public schools witnessed a modest 2 percentage point increase in the share of students scoring mastery or above for grades 3-12. Furthermore, high schoolers from Orleans Parish achieved a notable 6 percentage point growth in Algebra I, reaching a mastery rate of 38%. In contrast, St. Tammany Parish reported a slight decline in scores but maintained a mastery rate of 45%, above the statewide average.
The Superintendent of NOLA Public Schools highlighted the district’s unwavering commitment to providing high-quality education, focusing on overcoming the challenges that lie ahead. This dedication is imperative as Louisiana’s public education system adapts to new assessment tests introduced this year, including social studies and civics tests, for which results are yet to be announced.
The release of the 2025 LEAP test scores has provided a vital snapshot of educational progress within Louisiana, specifically highlighting the successes of New Orleans schools. As educators and administrators analyze the data, the ongoing improvements signify an encouraging trajectory in student learning and achievement in the region.
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