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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$67M
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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🎓 18 Days of Brilliance: Day 9 🌟
Today, we’re celebrating Jonquell Thiel, a senior at Booker T. Washington High School, who has secured more than $520,728 in band and academic scholarships—an incredible reflection of his talent, discipline, and dedication both in and out of the classroom. 👏🏾🎶🎓
Jonquell has earned acceptance into numerous colleges and universities, including Hardin-Simmons University, Alabama State University, Houston Christian University, Thiel College, South Carolina State University, Mississippi Valley State University, Tuskegee University, Wiley College, Miles College, Albany State University, Nichols College, and more.
His hard work and musical excellence have earned him a full band scholarship to Albany State University, where he will continue his academic journey while showcasing his talent and passion through music. 🎺💛
Jonquell, your commitment, perseverance, and pride in your craft continue to inspire everyone around you. Your future is bright, and this is only the beginning.
We are proud to call you ours. 💙✨
#18DaysofBrilliance #KIPPNewOrleansSchools #Classof2026 #ThePrideofUptown
🌼 Happy Mother’s Day from KIPP New Orleans Schools! 🌸 Today, we honor and celebrate the incredible mothers in our community. Thank you for all that you do! You are appreciated today and every day!💕
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools
🎓 18 Days of Brilliance: Day 8 🌟
Today, we’re celebrating Deril Valdery Jr., a standout senior at John F. Kennedy High School, who has secured more than $315,620 in scholarships and earned acceptance into multiple colleges and universities, including Oklahoma State University, the University of Oregon, Ole Miss, Mississippi State University, Kansas State University, the University of Houston, and Southern University. 👏🏾🎓
A champion on and off the track, Deril helped lead the JFK boys track team to state championships in the 4x200 and 4x400 relays, while also helping break a 50-year-old state record in the 4x400—a historic achievement that speaks to his discipline, leadership, and relentless drive. 🏆⚡
Now, Deril is taking his talents to Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, continuing a proud tradition of Black excellence at one of the nation’s premier HBCUs, where culture, legacy, and opportunity come together to shape the next generation of leaders. 💙💛
Deril, your hard work and determination continue to inspire everyone around you, and we cannot wait to see all that you accomplish next.
We are proud to call you ours. 💙✨
#18DaysofBrilliance #KIPPNewOrleansSchools #Classof2026 #CougarPride #HBCUExcellence
Ending Teacher Appreciation Week by celebrating one of the very best. 💙🍎✨
Congratulations to KIPP Believe Primary first-grade teacher, Casey Ryan, on being named a 2026 Harriett Ball Excellence in Teaching Award winner! 🎉📚
For the past decade, Ms. Ryan has transformed early literacy outcomes for students who need it most—helping young learners build the confidence, skills, and joy needed to thrive inside and outside of the classroom. As a Master Teacher, she intentionally takes on students who begin the year furthest behind and consistently helps them make extraordinary academic growth by year’s end. 🌟
Her classroom is a place where students feel seen, successful, capable, and proud every single day. ❤️
The Harriett Ball Excellence in Teaching Award recognizes exceptional educators across the national KIPP network for their impact, leadership, and unwavering belief in students. This year, only 10 educators across the country were selected, and we are incredibly proud to celebrate one of our very own right here at KIPP New Orleans Schools! 🏆🎓
Congratulations again, Ms. Ryan! Your impact is lasting, meaningful, and truly inspiring. 💐
#HarriettBallAwards #KIPPNewOrleansSchools #KIPPSchools #TeachingExcellence #ThankATeacher
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🎓 18 Days of Brilliance: Day 7 🌟
Today, we’re celebrating Jordan Lockett, a senior at Booker T. Washington High School. Jordan has secured more than $7.9 million in scholarships across 92 colleges—an extraordinary achievement that reflects his hard work, determination, and academic excellence. 👏🏾🎓
With opportunities from colleges and universities across the country, Jordan has proven that there is no limit to what’s possible when preparation meets purpose. Jordan has chosen to continue his journey at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette on a full scholarship, where he will take the next step toward an incredible future. 💛❤️
Jordan, your dedication and ambition have opened doors that will impact generations to come. This is only the beginning of your story.
We are proud to call you ours. 💙✨
#18DaysofBrilliance #KIPPNewOrleansSchools #Classof2026 #ThePrideofUptown
JOY. TALENT. CULTURE. KIPPSTERS TOOK THE STAGE. 🎶🔥✨
In case you missed it, the KIPP New Orleans Schools Regional Arts, Music & Culture Showcase was a powerful reminder of what happens when our students lead with creativity, confidence, and pride. From start to finish, our KIPPsters showed up and showed out. 👏🏽
Shoutout to the incredible performers who made the night unforgettable:
🎺 Regional Symphonic Band
🥁 KLP Drumline
💃🏽 KLP Dance Krewe
🖤 Sigma Mu Theta Youth Fraternity Step Team
🎤 Regional HS Choir
💎 KCCP Prancing Pantherettes, Sapphires & Blazin’ Blue Gems
🐯 KCCA Woodson Tiger Band
📣 KBCP Cheerleaders
🎶 High School Marching Band (JFK, FDHS & BTW)
This is what it looks like when joy meets achievement — when our students bring their full selves to the stage and our community shows up to celebrate them. 💫
Tap in for a look back at a night filled with artistry, culture, and KIPP excellence. 🎥✨
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #KIPPThroughTheArts #KIPPstersShine #StudentExcellence #ArtsAndCulture
🎓 18 Days of Brilliance: Day 6
Today, we’re proud to celebrate Gabbrielle Hubbard from Frederick A. Douglass High School.
Gabbrielle has earned a full ride to Spelman College—an incredible achievement that reflects her hard work, determination, and commitment to excellence. 🌟🎓
Through her dedication and perseverance, Gabbrielle has shown what it means to pursue greatness with purpose and confidence. Her journey is a powerful reminder that bright futures are built through discipline, resilience, and belief in what’s possible.
Gabbrielle, your future is limitless, and we know you will continue to inspire every space you enter.
We are so proud to call you ours. 💙✨
#18DaysofBrilliance #KIPPNewOrleans #Classof2026
Today is GiveNOLA Day. 🎉
A day to show up. A day to give forward. A day to invest in the future of New Orleans through our students. 💙
Your support powers real impact—opening doors, creating opportunities, and helping every KIPPster reach their full potential.
Join us. Be part of the impact today. ✨
Give now—link in our bio.
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools
🎓 18 Days of Brilliance: Day 5 🌟
Today, we’re celebrating Nicole Florent, a senior at John F. Kennedy High School. Nicole has earned an incredible $364,000 in scholarships and acceptance to multiple universities across the country—a true reflection of her hard work, focus, and determination. 👏🏾
Her acceptances include Loyola University, Virginia Wesleyan University, Dallas Baptist University, the University of New Orleans, Georgia State University, and more—each one a testament to her excellence and the doors she’s opened for her future. 🎓
Nicole has chosen to continue her journey at the University of Louisiana Lafayette, where she will take the next step toward her bright future.
Nicole, your commitment and drive have set you apart, and this is only the beginning of all you will accomplish.
We are proud to call you ours. 💙✨
#18DaysofBrilliance #KIPPNewOrleansSchools #Classof2026 #CougarPride
🍎 It’s Teacher Appreciation Week at KIPP New Orleans Schools! ✨
This week, we celebrate the educators who make it all possible. 💙 Every single day, they show up with purpose, care, and an unwavering belief in our students. They are building more than classrooms. They are building confidence, curiosity, and opportunity.
From early mornings to after-school moments, from big breakthroughs to the quiet encouragements that matter most, our teachers are at the heart of it all. 📚
To every KIPP New Orleans educator, thank you for choosing this work, this community, and our students. We are better because of you. 🌟
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher
🎓 18 Days of Brilliance: Day 4
Today, we’re celebrating Josiah Willis.
A leader, a thinker, and a servant to his community, Josiah has made his mark through both scholarship and service. As a member of his school’s Ethics Bowl team, a National Honor Society scholar, and the founder of the Volunteer Club, Josiah has consistently chosen purpose and impact.
His hard work has earned him a QuestBridge full ride to Grinnell College—an extraordinary achievement that reflects both his academic excellence and his commitment to making a difference.
Josiah, your voice, your leadership, and your vision matter.
We are proud to celebrate you and can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make in the world. 💙✨
#18DaysofBrilliance #KIPPNewOrleans #Classof2026 #TeamAndFamily #QuestBridge ProveThePossible
Today, we celebrate the leaders who help shape the heart of our schools every single day. 💙
Our principals lead with vision, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to students, staff, and families. They work tirelessly to create joyful, supportive learning environments where students are challenged, encouraged, and inspired to grow.
Across KIPP New Orleans, our school leaders are helping drive student growth, strengthen school communities, and expand opportunities for young people throughout our city. Their leadership matters deeply, and we are grateful for the care, consistency, and dedication they bring to this work each day.
Please join us in celebrating our incredible KIPP New Orleans principals and all they do for Team & Family. 👏
#kippneworleans #TeamAndFamily #SchoolPrincipalsDay #ThankAPrincipal #NewOrleansEducation
