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 14 🌟
The celebrations continue as we shine a light on more incredible members of the Class of 2026. 💙👏🏾
Today, we’re celebrating Mya Paletta, a graduate of John F. Kennedy High School, who secured more than $275,000 in scholarships—an incredible reflection of her hard work, determination, and academic excellence. 🎓✨
Mya earned acceptance into multiple colleges and universities, including Loyola University, Mississippi State University, Clark Atlanta University, the University of Holy Cross, Wiley University, Dominican University New York, Arkansas Tech, and more. 🌟
Mya, your ambition and perseverance 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
🎓🖍️ WATCH OUT 1st GRADE… here comes the KIPP East Primary Kindergarten Class! 🚀✨
Our little KIPPsters are growing up before our eyes 💙 From learning their ABCs and 123s to building confidence, friendships, and big dreams, these students have accomplished SO much this year! 🌟🍎
The journey is just getting started, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things they’ll do next. 👩🏽🎓👨🏾🎓💫
Cheers to our kindergarten graduates — small scholars with BIG futures! 🎉📚🐾
#KIPPEastPrimary #KinderGraduation #LittleKIPPstersBigDreams
Families choose KIPP because students get real support, strong teachers,
and opportunities to grow. Explore what could be possible for your child
starting May 13 at NOLASchools.org
🎓 18 Days of Brilliance: Day 13 🌟
Today, we’re celebrating Lakierra Gettridge, a senior at Booker T. Washington High School, who has secured more than $609,200 in scholarships—an incredible achievement that reflects her hard work, determination, and commitment to excellence. 👏🏾🎓
Lakierra has earned acceptance into colleges and universities across the country, including Howard University, Clark Atlanta University, Loyola University New Orleans, Texas State University, the University of New Orleans, and more. 🌟
As a TOPS Scholar, Lakierra continues to show what’s possible through resilience, ambition, and dedication, and we know this is only the beginning of the bright future ahead of her. 💙✨
We are proud to call you ours.
#18DaysofBrilliance #KIPPNewOrleansSchools #Classof2026 #ThePrideofUptown #BlackExcellence
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🎥🎓 The John F. Kennedy High School Class of 2026 stepped boldly into their next chapter.
From emotional embraces to proud walks across the stage, this was a celebration filled with Cougar pride, joy, and unforgettable moments. 💙💛 Congratulations to 156 graduates who showed resilience, determination, and the power of believing in themselves. ✨
JFK Class of 2026, keep moving forward with courage, confidence, and purpose. Your community believes in you, your future is bright, and we can’t wait to see what you do next. 🐾🎓
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #ReclaimingOurK #CougarPride
Enrollment is now open at all KIPP schools 📚✏️
Hear directly from a proud KIPP Believe parent about the impact the teachers, staff, and school community have made on their family. ✨
Learn more at: www.nolaschools.org
Today, we pause to honor the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we remember their sacrifice and carry their legacy with gratitude and pride. 🕊️❤️
#KIPPNewOrleansSchools #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #ForeverGrateful
🎓 18 Days of Brilliance: Day 12 🌟
Graduation may have passed, but we’re still celebrating the brilliance, excellence, and achievements of our #KIPPsters!
Today, we’re celebrating G’lenn Metz, Valedictorian of the Class of 2026 at John F. Kennedy High School. With an extraordinary 4.59 cumulative GPA, G’lenn not only graduated at the top of his class, but also earned his Associate’s degree through @bardnola and a full scholarship to Loyola University. 🎓✨
G’lenn has also earned acceptance into multiple colleges and universities, including Clark Atlanta University, Oregon Tech, Berea College, the University of New Orleans, and more—an incredible reflection of his hard work, focus, and determination. 🌟His journey is proof that dedication, discipline, and belief in yourself can open doors to endless possibilities.
G’lenn, your leadership and excellence have left a lasting impact, and we cannot wait to see all that you accomplish next at @loyola_nola.
We are proud to call you ours. 💙✨
#18DaysofBrilliance #KIPPNewOrleansSchools #Classof2026 #CougarPride
🎥🎓 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
