Located just behind one of the oldest continuously operating synagogues in the United States, Rooted School is an innovative four-year public high school focused on helping students gain skills for both college and an occupation. The students sign a contract upon entering the program stating that they pledge to have been admitted into at least one college and have at least one offer of full-time employment by the time they graduate. Their philosophy is to help students build their own paths to financial security.
To achieve these goals, the school focuses on three core tenants: self-directed learning, industry-based credentials and internships, and project-based learning. These are combined to help students learn at their own pace without feeling left behind or constrained while facing real-world challenges. Rooted students have the opportunity to gain experience in many technology-related industries before competing for internships and entry-level jobs with the school's partners, and 84% of students earn industry-certified credentials in their freshman year.
Since beginning in 2014 as a 15-student pilot program in New Orleans, Rooted School has earned a B grade from the Louisiana Department of Education and is considered above average for the Orleans Parish School District. Extracurriculars include Youth Run NOLA and various club sports to help students be active after focusing their studies on STEM and Technology Programming and Development. The school also offers buses to transport students to and from school each day.
Rooted School
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
10%
Reading Proficiency
24.5%
Average GPA
3.33
Graduation Rate
64.5%
Niche Grade
C-
A-
B-
B
B-
C-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.33
Reading Proficiency
24.5%
Math Proficiency
10%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
11
Full Time Teachers
11
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average ACT
21
Math
19
English
21
Reading
23
Science
20
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
English
18%
State Average
10%
Student Diversity
Male
64.7%
Female
35.3%
Black
82.6%
Hispanic
11.4%
White
5.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Louisiana State University
24 Students
Loyola University New Orleans
19 Students
University of New Orleans
16 Students
Xavier University of Louisiana
16 Students
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
13 Students
Louisiana Tech University
13 Students
Southern University & A&M College
10 Students
Southeastern Louisiana University
9 Students
Florida A&M University
8 Students
Dillard University
8 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
9 Students
Business
7 Students
Nursing
7 Students
Computer Science
5 Students
Criminology
5 Students
Mechanical Engineering
5 Students
Small Business Management
5 Students
Acting
3 Students
Fashion and Apparel Design
3 Students
Construction Management
3 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/31/2022
When I started going to this school it didn't seem like all that but when I got to my senior year they started to fund student-based businesses. They were able to help me get started with a lawnmowing business.
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Map
List Price Range
$64K - $366K
Homes For Sale
19
Average Home Value
$204,689
Median Lot Size
5,227 Sq Ft
% Renters
33%
Average Household Income
$49,353
% of College Grads
36%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
1,487 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
47.8%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$976 - $1,712 per month
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- Studio - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 480+ Sq Ft
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Additional Schools in the Area
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Choice Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Charter
- 6th to 12th
- Charter
- 7th to 12th
- Charter
Parks in this Area
Digby Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Harris Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Union Playground
- Tennis
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
St. James Playspot
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Playground
Rome Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Miltenberger Playground
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
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Rooted School is a charter school for students in grades 9-10 located at 6701 PRESS Dr in New Orleans, LA. The school has a total enrollment of 170 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 10% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 24.5% are proficient in reading. Rooted School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.33, the graduation rate is 64.5%, and the average ACT score is 21. The average home value in this area is $204,689. Discover additional schools in the area, like Rooted School, Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence, Walter L. Cohen High School, and more. Learn more about what New Orleans has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Rooted School.