KIPP Central City vs Opportunities Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 922 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP Central City
New Orleans · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
817 students
Opportunities Academy
New Orleans · Charter high · Grades 12–12
93 students
| Measure | KIPP Central City New Orleans, Louisiana | Opportunities Academy New Orleans, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #401 of 697 | #239 of 246 |
| National rank | #17140 of 50,301 | #13808 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 12–12 |
| Students | 817 | 93 |
| Enrollment | 817 | 93 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.5% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 8.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | New Orleans | New Orleans |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Central City scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 27.8).
- •KIPP Central City does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.5% vs 98.9%).
- •Opportunities Academy does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 11.8).
- •KIPP Central City is the larger school with 817 students compared with 93.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is KIPP Central City better than Opportunities Academy?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Central City ranks higher (61.5 vs 27.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are KIPP Central City and Opportunities Academy?
About 922 m in a straight line, between New Orleans and New Orleans in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP Central City: 817. Opportunities Academy: 93. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP Central City and Opportunities Academy rank in Louisiana?
KIPP Central City is 401st of 697 and Opportunities Academy is 239th of 246 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).