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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🎥🎓 The BTW Class of 2026 walked across the stage and into their next chapter.🦁✨
From proud walks across the stage to unforgettable hugs, cheers, and celebration, this was a graduation day to remember. 💫 Congratulations to 135 graduates who turned dedication and resilience into $24.9 MILLION in scholarships and bright futures ahead.
BTW Class of 2026, keep leading with courage, chasing every opportunity with confidence, and believing in the greatness you carry within you. The road ahead is yours to own — and we know you’re ready for every step of it. 🦁✨
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #ThePrideofUptown #Classof2026
Finding the right school for your child can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. KIPP can help you explore schools that fit your family’s needs. Open enrollment starts May 13.
🎓🐾💙 Frederick A. Douglass High School Class of 2026 — a legacy that will never be forgotten.
Today, we celebrate 160 unstoppable graduates who made history as the FINAL graduating class of @fdhs_bobcats and the first class to lead Douglass to an A school performance score. 📚✨ More than $50 MILLION in scholarships. Countless barriers broken. A legacy sealed forever.
This moment carries generations of pride, resilience, excellence, and Bobcat spirit. Though this chapter closes, the impact of the Douglass community will live on through every student, family, educator, and graduate who made this school what it is. 🐾💫
Graduates were also inspired by New Orleans’ very own James Mayes @emlinejames — founder and owner of EMLINE — whose story of faith, culture, entrepreneurship, and giving back reminded students that greatness can come from right here at home. From fashion pioneer to community leader, his journey showed our graduates the power of building a legacy that uplifts others. 👏🏾
Bobcats, you showed the city what it means to rise, persevere, and finish strong. The BOBCATS will not be outworked. PERIOD. 🐾🎓
Congratulations, Frederick A. Douglass High School Class of 2026. Your legacy will forever roar through New Orleans. 💙✨
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #DouglassBobcats #KNOSGrad #BobcatPride
🌟💙💛 John F. Kennedy High School Class of 2026 — your moment has arrived!
The future is bold and bright for the @johnfkennedycougars Class of 2026! 🎓 Today, we celebrate 156 graduates whose hard work, resilience, and Cougar Pride carried them across the stage and into limitless possibilities ahead. ✨
This year’s commencement was made even more special with words of inspiration from JFK alumnus Ashton Jackson, Class of 2004, founder and owner of Ashton Mitchell Jackson Accounting Services LLC. From playing football and marching in the band as a Cougar to building a successful business, his journey reminded graduates that their roots at JFK can take them anywhere. 💙💛
Congratulations, graduates! Your legacy is strong, your future is bright, and the world is waiting for everything you’re about to accomplish. 🎉🎓
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #ReclaimingOurK #CougarPride
🎓🦁✨ From Uptown to unlimited possibilities — BTW Class of 2026, this is your moment.
Congratulations to the unstoppable @btw.lions Class of 2026! 🎉 Today, we celebrate 135 graduates who turned hard work, resilience, and determination into $24.9 MILLION in scholarships and limitless possibilities ahead. 💫
This moment is especially meaningful as it marks School Leader Korbin Johnson’s first graduating class at Booker T. Washington High School — a milestone year filled with growth, excellence, and Lion pride. 🦁👏🏾
We were also honored to hear from commencement speaker Keva Landrum, Executive Vice President of Operations and Chief Counsel for HANO, whose story of leadership, service, and breaking barriers reminded graduates that greatness starts right here in New Orleans.
BTW Class of 2026, your community is proud of you. Your future is bright. And this is only the beginning. 🎓✨
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #ThePrideofUptown #KNOSGrad #KIPPGraditude
🎓 18 Days of Brilliance: Day 11 🌟
Today, we’re celebrating Diamond Cooper, a senior at Booker T. Washington High School, who has secured an incredible $1,358,912 in scholarships—a powerful reflection of her hard work, ambition, and academic excellence. 👏🏾🎓
Diamond has earned acceptance into colleges and universities across the country, including Pittsburg State University, Newman University, Southeast Missouri State University, Loyola University New Orleans, Louisiana State University, the University of New Orleans, Benedict College, Virginia Wesleyan University, Portland State University, Baker College, and more. 🌟
With opportunities from institutions nationwide, Diamond has chosen to continue her journey at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where she will take the next step toward an even brighter future. ❤️💛
Diamond, your determination, resilience, and commitment to excellence continue to inspire everyone around you. Your future is limitless, and we cannot wait to see all that you accomplish next.
We are proud to call you ours. 💙✨
#18DaysofBrilliance #KIPPNewOrleansSchools #Classof2026 #ThePrideofUptown #BlackExcellence
🎓 18 Days of Brilliance: Day 10 🌟
Today, we’re celebrating Ron’Nee Egana, a senior at John F. Kennedy High School, who has secured more than $310,000 in scholarships—an incredible accomplishment that reflects her hard work, determination, and academic excellence. 👏🏾🎓
Ron’Nee has earned acceptance into multiple colleges and universities across the country, including St. Norbert College, Loyola University, Mississippi State University, Clark Atlanta University, Xavier University, the University of Maine Fort Kent, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, and more. 🌟
Each acceptance and scholarship represents the countless hours, commitment, and resilience Ron’Nee has poured into building a bright future for herself and those who will follow behind her.
Ron’Nee, your ambition and dedication continue to inspire everyone around you, and we know this is only the beginning of all you will accomplish.
We are proud to call you ours. 💙✨
#18DaysofBrilliance #KIPPNewOrleansSchools #Classof2026 #CougarPride #BlackExcellence
Every child deserves a school where they feel supported, seen, and excited to learn. Open enrollment starts May 13. Explore your options with KIPP at NOLASchools.org!
🎓 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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