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New Schools of New Orleans
Coverage of New Schools of New Orleans in the Nexus archive.
- New Orleans schools continue to see growth in LEAP scores, outpacing nearby parishes
Orleans Parish schools have increased LEAP scores for three consecutive years, with 31% of students scoring at grade level in 2026, closing the gap with Louisiana's 43% state average. While excelling in English and social studies, challenges remain in math and science. School closures and consolidations are being considered due to financial pressures.