These are some of the top-rated public schools in New Orleans based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in New Orleans at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
-
Jefferson Parish School District
50,628 students | HARVEY, LA
Grades PK, K-12 | 90 schools -
Orleans Parish School District
2,040 students | NEW ORLEANS, LA
Grades PK, K-12 | 31 schools -
New Orleans Center For Creative Arts
230 students | NEW ORLEANS, LA
Grades 9-12 | 1 school
Neighboring Cities
Reviews From Schools in New Orleans
Does your child attend a school in this city?
Current student
July 17, 2025
It is amazing Mr.roberts was the best teacher ever funny rlly funny I learnt a lot from him and ms loften
Review for
KIPP Morial
Parent / Guardian
July 15, 2025
First, I would like to thank Ms. Washington and Christopher Dennis for all the support that was given. Everybody else was horrible that’s just my opinion. The only thing I would say if your kid is... More
Review for
Lawrence D. Crocker College Prep
Parent / Guardian
July 15, 2025
My daughter started as an eighth grader at Ursuline and is now going into her sophomore year. It has been a wonderful experience for her so far. She did have a little bit of a struggle with the... More
Review for
Ursuline Academy High School