International High School of New Orleans is an American high school located in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, at 727 Carondelet Street.
Serving 439 students in grades 9-12, International High School Of New Orleans 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
International High School Of New Orleans's student population of 439 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Green, Royal blue
School Rankings
International High School Of New Orleans 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 International High School Of New Orleans is 0.57, 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
#1021 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
35%
11%
Black
56%
41%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 International High School Of New Orleans's ranking?
International High School Of New Orleans is ranked #1021 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are International High School Of New Orleans often compared to?
International High School Of New Orleansis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Jeff Community School, Benjamin Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of International High School Of New Orleans?
The graduation rate of International High School Of New Orleans is 45-49%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend International High School Of New Orleans?
439 students attend International High School Of New Orleans.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of International High School Of New Orleans students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of International High School Of New Orleans?
International High School Of New Orleans has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does International High School Of New Orleans offer ?
International High School Of New Orleans offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is International High School Of New Orleans part of?
International High School Of New Orleans is part of Voices For International Business & Education School District.
In what neighborhood is International High School Of New Orleans located?
International High School Of New Orleans is located in the Central Business District neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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