Serving 776 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy's student population of 776 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 114% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#387 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
25%
11%
Black
20%
41%
White
43%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy's ranking?
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy is ranked #387 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy often compared to?
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Laureate Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy?
776 students attend Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy?
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy offer ?
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy part of?
Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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