Mission
At KIPP New Orleans Schools, our vision is clear: Unlimited opportunity for every student in New Orleans. We build schools that are academically excellent and create unlimited opportunities for students.
At our core, we believe in the transformative power of learning. By blending academic rigor with real-world experiences, we strive to ignite curiosity and fuel passion in our students. Our diverse range of programs opens up endless possibilities for creative exploration, setting the stage for future success. We’re here to empower growth, nurture curiosity, and guide our scholars towards a world of opportunities.
Find a School
Across neighborhoods spanning New Orleans, our close-knit community of 13 acclaimed schools unlocks potential at all grade levels. Each campus cultivates its own vibrant culture while sharing a joyful spirit and rigorous Pre-K-12 curriculum. As your family grows, we grow with you—nurturing curiosity, pursuing passions, and guiding meaningful futures. Pinpoint your ideal school home now.
KIPP Central City Primary
3127 Martin Luther King Blvd
(Sylvanie Williams)
New Orleans, LA 70113
Why KIPP New Orleans?
At KIPP New Orleans Schools, our approach to education goes beyond academics. We champion boundless academic growth through joyful discoveries tailored to each child’s unique learning style and interests. Our dedicated teachers ignite curiosity and guide scholars to cultivate their passions, creating an environment where creativity and individuality flourishes alongside high expectations and clear milestones—from pre-K to graduation day.
In addition to our academic focus, we believe in providing impactful opportunities for KIPPsters to explore, develop friendships, and pursue passions within the school day.
Our robust programs, including arts, robotics, and sports—typically deemed extracurricular at other schools—are seamlessly woven into the KIPPster experience. This unique approach allows scholars ample time to discover and build distinctive talents and strengths, enabling them to proudly stand out from the crowd.
In our classrooms, libraries, and local neighborhoods, learning adventures unfold daily.
Scholars confidently navigate both independent and collaborative projects, while field trips, competitions, and performances provide glimpses of promising futures. The skills and knowledge acquired from pre-K to graduation day empower KIPPsters to continue achieving long after commencement as successful alumni.
By the Numbers
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100%
College Acceptance
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$52M
Scholarship Money Earned
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6,200
Students
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950
Teachers
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250
College Partnerships
Join Our Team
The KIPP New Orleans Schools Team & Family – Be Part of the Journey
At KIPP New Orleans, we unite as a dedicated community of passionate educators, empowering our youth to discover and pursue fulfilling lives. Our diverse skills and experiences forge a joyful, academically rich culture where students and teachers alike grow and thrive. Join our close-knit Team and Family, where your expertise meets high expectations and unlimited opportunities, including comprehensive professional development programs. Here, nurturing each student’s growth goes hand in hand with your own professional journey, making every classroom a hub of shared learning and advancement.
The Kippster Experience
Joyful Excellence: Preparing Scholars to Shine
For over 15 years, KIPP New Orleans Schools has worked alongside families to nurture our scholars’ promise. Our close-knit community has celebrated accomplishments big and small, while keeping equity and joy at the heart of rigorous learning and opportunity. We continually refine our approach to tap into each child’s talents and potential. KIPP alumni embark confidently on paths to college, careers, and compassionate leadership.
What’s New
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🌟 Celebrating 20 Years Together: KIPP NOLA Spotlight Honoree 🌟
Today, we’re proud to shine the spotlight on Kelvin Harrison, one of our longest-standing Big KIPPsters, who has dedicated over 20 years to the KIPP New Orleans team and family! 🎉
Mr. Harrison’s unwavering commitment to the @kipp_morial community is felt in every moment—big and small—while his curiosity and dedication continue to drive our mission forward. 🚀
With a passion for creating bright futures 🌅 and a heart for our students, Mr. Harrison inspires us every day with the incredible impact one person can have. Join us in celebrating his remarkable journey and the difference he’s made! 🙌
Follow us @kippneworleans for more highlights and updates as we celebrate 20 years of growing up together!
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #KIPP20Years #TheWolfpack #20YearsofGrowingUpTogether #MomentsBigandSmall #KIPPNOLASpotlight
🥇 Champions of Voice and Vision🗣️
KIPP Morial’s Great Debaters took 1st place at the Tulane University Debate Tournament, staying undefeated and placing each member in the Top 10 for speaking points! With resilience, confidence, and the power of self-expression, they’ve shown what it means to thrive on and off the stage. @kipp_leadershipacademy and @kippeastacademy also represented with powerful performances, keeping our spirit of excellence alive. 🌟
As Coach Markuisha Patton said, “We’re not just building debaters; we’re building the next generation of leaders, empowered to make a difference.” Here’s to 20 years of growing up together and empowering bright futures!
Read the full story on our website by clicking the link in our bio. 📲
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #20YearsofGrowingUpTogether
🎶 Imagine Peace, Imagine Possibilities! 🎶
Frederick A. Douglass High students stepped onto the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus for an unforgettable day, creating original music and video, discovering new talents, and realizing their voices matter. 🎤✨ As engineer Panashe Mugadza shared, “Our goal is for them to see that whatever their talent—whether it’s music, photography, or videography—they have a voice worth sharing, and they can do it professionally.”
Celebrating 20 years of growing up together, it’s moments big and small like these that fulfill our bold promise to inspire bright futures. Read the full story on our website or click the link in our bio! 📲
#KIPPNewOrleans #20YearsofGrowingUpTogether #3820Made
🌟 Celebrating our future leaders!🌟
Ten of our incredible Panthers recently earned the honor of becoming Junior Deputies, recognized for their commitment to peace, leadership, and kindness. Sheriff Susan Hutson joined us to personally pin each student with their badge, marking a proud moment in their journey as role models.
Thank you to the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office and @sheriffsusanhutson for inspiring our students to lead with integrity and purpose. Together, we’re shaping a brighter future—one peaceful problem solver at a time. Here’s to 20 years of growing up and growing strong! 🕊️💙
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #KCCPPanters #JuniorDeputies #20YearsofGrowingUpTogether
Today, we honor the bravery, sacrifice, and dedication of our veterans. We are grateful for your service and commitment to protecting our freedoms. Thank you for your courage.
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #VeteransDay
🗳️ It’s Election Day! Recently, high schoolers from Booker T. Washington, Frederick A. Douglass, and John F. Kennedy proudly cast their ballots for the first time during early voting — all thanks to the support of partners like @alignednola @myschoolvotes. Taking this powerful step toward shaping their future and our community is something worth celebrating! 🎉✨
To mark this milestone, we spent a day at Dave & Buster’s, reflecting on the strength of community and the impact of active citizenship. 💪🏾 Here’s to 20 years of growing up together, building brighter futures, and making bold moves in New Orleans. 🌟 If you haven’t yet, GO VOTE and make your voice count! 🗳️🗣️
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #ElectionDay #GeauxVote #20YearsofGrowingUpTogether
🍂🎃 Our KIPPsters had a blast at KIPP Central City Primary’s Fall Fest! 🍂🎃
From fun face painting and trunk-or-treating to bouncing in the bounce houses and showing off limbo skills, every moment was filled with laughter, creativity, and fall fun. Celebrating our 20th year of growing up together, we treasure these memories, big and small, that make our community so joyful and connected. 🍁✨
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #20YearsofGrowingUpTogether #KCCPPanthers #FallFest #PantherPride
🌟 Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is OPEN! 🌟
For 20 years, KIPP New Orleans Schools has been growing up together, empowering students, and creating unlimited opportunities. Now, it’s your family’s chance to be part of this incredible journey! 💙 When you join the KIPP family, you’re stepping into a legacy of excellence, community, and hope, where every child’s potential is celebrated and nurtured.
Ready to begin the path to achievement? 👉🏽 Apply today at enrollnolaps.com, and visit www.kippneworleans.org to learn more about our schools. Let’s build a bright future together! ✨
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #20YearsofGrowingUpTogether
5700 Wisner Blvd Spirit was STRONG as #CougarNation took over for the 2024-2025 Homecoming Parade! 🎉🐾
Our Royal Homecoming Court didn’t just shine—they brought that true Kennedy pride 👑✨. Alumni lined the streets, filling the day with unstoppable energy and unforgettable moments! Feel the love, the spirit, and relive the best memories from an epic day! 💙💛
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #ReclaimingOurK #Homecoming2024 #CougarPride #20YearsofGrowingUpTogether
Halloween magic was in full swing yesterday across KIPP New Orleans! 🧙🏽♂️🎉
Our KIPP New Orleans campuses came alive with Fall Fests, Trunk-or-Treats, Haunted Houses, and all the Halloween spirit. 🎃 From creative costumes to spooky scenes, our KIPPsters celebrated together in style! As we mark 20 years of growing up together, we’re reminded that every celebration, big or small, helps shape the joy and community we share. Take a look at these snapshots of Halloween fun, and here’s to many more years of unforgettable memories! 👻✨
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #KNOSHalloween #GrowingUpTogether #20YearsStrong
Uptown was on FIRE as the #BTWLions took over their homecoming pep rally and parade! 🎉🦁❤️
The 2024-2025 Royal Homecoming Court didn’t just shine—they glowed, bringing that true #LionPride energy to every moment 👑✨. Swipe to relive the hype, the spirit, and the pride of an unforgettable day!
Special thanks to U.S. Representative Troy A. Carter for celebrating with #ThePrideofUptown! 🦁
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #TheLionsDen
Bobcat Pride shining bright! 🎉🐾
From the powerhouse beats of the 3820 Made band to the elegance of our Homecoming Court and unstoppable plays on the field, FDHS’s homecoming game had it all! 🏆🐾 Catch the best moments that made this night unforgettable. Final Score: 40-2 🏈🐾
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #Homecoming2024 #3820Made #BobcatPride #20YearsofGrowingUpTogether
