Charter Schools
As of July 1, 2016 there are 28 OPSB Schools, 22 of which are OPSB-authorized charter schools. OPSB serves over 18,000 students across all grade levels, accounting for more than 33% of the citywide public school total.
- 6 OPSB network schools are currently open under the direction of OPSB central office for the 2016-17 academic year.
- 22 OPSB charter schools are currently open and operating in good standing for the 2016-17 academic year.
- 4 existing charter schools transferred to OPSB for the 2016-17 academic year: Pierre A. Capdau Charter School and Lake Area New Tech High School (New Beginnings Foundation), Mary D. Coghill Charter School (Better Choice Foundation), and KIPP Renaissance High School (KIPP New Orleans).
- 2 new charter schools conditionally approved by OPSB to open in the 2017-18 school year: JCFA-West and Élan Academy Charter School.
Resources For the Public
Charter School Board & School Leader Contact Information
Expectation Summaries
Addressing Complaints and Concerns
2016 OPSB Charter Authorizer & Portfolio Strategic Priorities
Programs & Service Providers Interest Form
2016 Charter School Application Updates
Resources For Charter School Operators and Prospective Applicants
Charter School Performance Framework
Pre-Opening Materials for OPSB Authorized Charter Schools
Resources for Current OPSB Authorized Charter Schools