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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🏈Pens down. Dreams up. The future is calling.🏈✍🏾
National Signing Day was a moment to remember at John F. Kennedy High School. Eleven of our Cougar student-athletes officially signed their National Letters of Intent to continue their football careers at the collegiate level — surrounded by the families, coaches, mentors, and JFK community who poured into them every step of the way.🐾🏈✍🏾
These young men represent more than talent on the field. They embody discipline, resilience, leadership, and heart. We are beyond proud of our Cougars and excited to watch them take this next powerful step in their journey. Once a Cougar, always a Cougar.🎓💙
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #WelcometotheK #NationalSigningDay
💚💛💜ATTENTION KNOS FAMILIES: 💚💛💜
All KIPP New Orleans Schools will observe the following schedule for Mardi Gras. We wish our students and families a fun, joyful, and safe Mardi Gras as our schools take to the parade routes across the city.✨ Follow the Krewe of KIPP this Carnival season and help us keep the good times rolling—safely!🎭
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools
Safety first. Pride on full display. Mardi Gras done the right way. 🎭💜
We were proud to host today’s @nolaps Mardi Gras Safety Press Conference at our historic Pride of Uptown, Booker T. Washington High School—bringing together NOLA Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Fateama Fulmore, school leaders, students, community partners, NOPD, OPSB members, and representatives from the Krewe of Rex and the Krewe of Zulu.
At KIPP New Orleans Schools, student safety is always our top priority. Keeping our students and all students across New Orleans safe is essential to ensuring a joyful, meaningful, and safe Mardi Gras season for everyone 🎭🎶.
Superintendent Dr. Fulmore shared essential safety reminders for parade-goers:
• Keep Your Hands to Yourself: Cheer enthusiastically for students, but do not walk alongside or touch marching bands, dance teams, or walking groups. Avoid throwing beads directly at school bands.
• Step Back & Don’t Cross: When bands approach, step back to give them space to march. Never cross between school groups and always stay behind barricades.
• Stay Vigilant: Face the parade route at all times to avoid being hit by beads, throws, or floats.
• Follow Police Instructions: Respect directions from the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) and Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office personnel dedicated to public safety.
• If You See Something, Say Something: Immediately report concerns to nearby law enforcement officers.
We were especially proud to hear from our #BTW seniors Nari A., Student Body Council Vice President, and Dylan B., Student Body Council President & member of The Pride of Uptown Marching Band, who shared student-centered safety reminders rooted in respect, awareness, and listening to chaperones and law enforcement along the parade route.
Our #BTW Leader, Korbin Johnson, thanked NOLA-PS for uplifting our students and spoke to the school’s rich, historic legacy—emphasizing that all students and staff deserve to march in a safe and respectful environment, and that we are all responsible for looking out for every child .
To view the full press conference, click the link in our bio. Have a safe Mardi Gras.💚💜💛
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools
It’s officially Black History Month—and this year marks a powerful milestone. 🖤📚
2026 commemorates 100 years since the founding of Negro History Week by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the moment that sparked what we now honor as Black History Month. This year’s national theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” invites us to reflect on a legacy of identity, pride, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of justice. ✊🏾
At KIPP New Orleans Schools, we celebrate the brilliance and contributions of Black Americans—past and present—and the dreams our students are boldly bringing to life every day. From the classroom to the community, Black excellence is ever-present across our schools.📚
Join us this month as we uplift stories, traditions, and triumphs that have shaped history—and continue to shape our future.🖤✨
#BlackHistoryMonth #KIPPNewOrleansSchools #ASALH100 #BlackExcellence #UnlimitedOpportunities
👓🧠100 Days of Learning💯📚✨
From tiny scholars to “seasoned” KIPPsters 👵🏾🧓🏽, today was all about celebrating 100 days of showing up, stretching our minds, and growing together🎉📖.
Our students dressed as elders to honor just how far they’ve come—smarter, stronger, and wiser with every lesson🧠✨, all while keeping the joy front and center 😄. Laughter filled the halls, learning led the way 📚, and fun followed close behind 💃🏾🕺🏽.
100 days down 💯
Growing up together—and just getting started 🌱
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #100DaysofSchool
Mardi Gras season is here, and the #KreweOfKIPP is outside 🎭
🥳 Our marching bands and auxiliaries are hitting the streets of New Orleans, bringing the sound, the spirit, and the celebration that makes this season special. 💚💛💜 From the first drumline beat to the last note, it’s all about joy, pride, and community. 🎷🥁
👉 Come catch us on the route — and follow along to see where we roll next.
#LesBonTempsRouler 🎭 #KIPPNewOrleansSchools
ICYMI: The Pride of Uptown is setting the tone for Carnival 2026! 🎭🎺🔥
Booker T. Washington High School’s marching band was recently featured on WWL-TV in @leighamc_tv “Soundtrack to Carnival” series—and they did not disappoint! From bold sound to big steps, our #KIPPsters are leading with heart, talent, and Uptown pride. 💜💛💚
🎶 Director Charles Jackson and his band are making it clear: it’s not about the size—it’s about the standard. And this crew is bringing confidence, consistency, and championship energy to every parade route they touch.
“We can go against anybody... put them in front of us—we’re going to smash them.” – Dylan Butler, Senior Tuba Player 💪🔥
📲 Read the full story and hear from our amazing students and band director by clicking the link in our bio. And don’t miss your chance to catch The Pride of Uptown LIVE on the route this Mardi Gras season!🎉
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #ThePrideOfUptown #SoundtrackToCarnival #MardiGras2026 LetTheGoodTimesRoll
📣 Attention Families: Early Dismissal THIS FRIDAY 📣
Families, please note:
➡️ High School students dismiss at 12:30 PM
➡️ PreK–8 students dismiss at 1:30 PM
Teacher professional development will occur on Friday, January 30, 2026 during the afternoon.
Thank you for your support in helping us invest in our teachers’ growth, which directly benefits our students! 💙At KIPP New Orleans Schools, we’re imagining bright futures where WE ALL GROW!
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #ProfessionalDevelopment
🎉 Perfect Attendance Sprint Winners – January 23 🎉
Please join us in celebrating our Perfect Attendance Sprint winners! These KIPPsters showed up every day, stayed consistent, and continued to set the tone for a strong start to 2026.👏 Congratulations to:
• Scarleth S. – KIPP Leadership Primary
• Prence H. – KIPP Central City Academy
• Cardell B. – John F. Kennedy High School
We’re so proud of your commitment to showing up every day, and we can’t wait to get your prizes to you!
✨ And the momentum continues!
Perfect Attendance Sprint 3 has begun. Students who attend school every day from January 27 – February 12 are eligible to win.
Every day matters. Let’s keep showing up strong, KIPPsters! 💪🏾
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #AttendanceMatters
🌟 Relentless Progress. Real Results.🌟
A big congratulations to @johnfkennedycougars for earning the Shining Star Award from NOLA Public Schools 🎉 @nolaps
JFK grew more than 6 points last year and was also honored with a School Progress Score of “B.” This achievement reflects the dedication of JFK’s leadership team, educators, and students.
📈 Even more powerful is the long-term story: JFK has grown more than 45 points over the past four years, demonstrating sustained, transformational progress.
We’re proud to celebrate the JFK school leadership team and the continued momentum happening every day at JFK.💙
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #KennedyCougars #CougarPride #NolaPs
Attention Families:
All KIPP New Orleans Schools will reopen on Tuesday, January 27, during normal operating hours. Thank you for your patience and we look forward to welcoming our KIPPsters back tomorrow.
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools
❄️ Weather Update ❄️
All KIPP New Orleans Schools will be closed on Monday, January 26 due to extremely cold weather and icy road conditions.
Your safety is our top priority. 💙 Please stay warm, stay safe, and continue to check back here and your email for updates.
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #StaySafe #WeatherAlert #SchoolClosure
