Serving 875 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dorothy Height Charter School 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 8% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorothy Height Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dorothy Height Charter School's student population of 875 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
875 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Dorothy Height Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorothy Height Charter School is 0.35, 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
#1114 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
78%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorothy Height Charter School's ranking?
Dorothy Height Charter School is ranked #1114 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Dorothy Height Charter School often compared to?
Dorothy Height Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School, Martin Behrman Charter Academy Of Creative Arts & Sci by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Dorothy Height Charter School?
875 students attend Dorothy Height Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dorothy Height Charter School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dorothy Height Charter School?
Dorothy Height Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dorothy Height Charter School offer ?
Dorothy Height Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorothy Height Charter School part of?
Dorothy Height Charter School is part of Dorothy Height Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Dorothy Height Charter School located?
Dorothy Height Charter School is located in the Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 4 other public schools located in Algiers.
School Reviews
5 4/26/2021
Great School, teachers and administration really care. This school is by far the best. My kids have been in this school for the last 3 to 4 years. Before attending this school my son was struggling in every subject now his is killing it. They take the time out to make sure each and every child understands.
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