MARTIN BEHRMAN CHARTER ACAD OF CREATIVE ARTS & SCI

Martin Behrman Charter Acad of Creative Arts & Sci is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Martin Behrman Elementary School school district, located in New Orleans, LA with about 745 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, Martin Behrman Charter Acad of Creative Arts & Sci has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Martin Behrman Charter Academy of Creative Arts & Sciences, located in the historic Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. As its name implies, the school distinguishes itself by integrating a robust arts and sciences curriculum into its core academic framework. By focusing on creativity and inquiry-based learning, the academy aims to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for success in high school and beyond while fostering a deep appreciation for both the aesthetic and analytical disciplines.

The school operates as part of the NOLA Public Schools system and is managed by the Crescent City Schools network. Beyond its academic mission, Behrman is deeply embedded in the local Algiers community, striving to create a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth, social-emotional development, and cultural engagement. By blending rigorous standard-based instruction with specialized programs in music, art, and STEM, the academy seeks to cultivate versatile students who are capable of critical thinking and creative problem-solving.

For more information, contact Martin Behrman Charter Acad of Creative Arts & Sci at (504) 302-7090 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.