SAMUEL J. GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL

Samuel J. Green Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Samuel J Green Charter School school district, located in New Orleans, LA with about 511 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 23 teachers, Samuel J. Green Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Samuel J. Green Charter School, located in the Uptown neighborhood of New Orleans, is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Operated by the Firstline Schools network, the institution is widely recognized for its holistic approach to education, which emphasizes not only academic rigor but also the social and emotional development of its students. The school places a heavy focus on college and career readiness, aiming to equip its diverse student body with the critical thinking skills necessary for long-term success.

Beyond its traditional curriculum, Samuel J. Green is perhaps best known for its "Edible Schoolyard" program, an innovative initiative that integrates gardening and nutrition education into the daily learning experience. By maintaining gardens and teaching students how to grow, harvest, and prepare fresh food, the school promotes healthy lifestyle habits and environmental stewardship. This unique integration of academics and hands-on learning creates a vibrant, community-oriented campus culture dedicated to fostering the health and well-being of its students both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Samuel J. Green Charter School at (504) 373-6267 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.