Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m 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 6% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School's student population of 565 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School is 0.22, 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
#1198 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
88%
42%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School's ranking?
Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School is ranked #1198 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School?
565 students attend Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School?
Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School offer ?
Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School part of?
Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School is part of Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M. School District.
In what neighborhood is Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School located?
Pierre A. Capdau S.t.e.a.m School is located in the Seventh Ward neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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