YOUNG AUDIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL

Young Audiences Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Jefferson Parish school district, located in Gretna, LA with about 764 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 7th 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 40 teachers, Young Audiences Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Young Audiences Charter School (YACS), located in Gretna, Louisiana, is a unique educational institution that distinguishes itself through its commitment to arts-integrated learning. Operating under the umbrella of the national Young Audiences network, the school embeds music, dance, theater, and visual arts directly into its core academic curriculum. By utilizing the arts as a vehicle for instruction, YACS aims to foster critical thinking, creativity, and student engagement, ensuring that students do not just study subjects like math and science, but actively experience them through creative exploration.

The school serves a diverse student population and is dedicated to closing the achievement gap by providing a holistic educational experience that addresses both the intellectual and social-emotional needs of its learners. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, YACS places a strong emphasis on community involvement and professional artistic partnerships, often inviting guest artists to collaborate with students. This approach is designed to cultivate well-rounded, innovative thinkers who are prepared for success in secondary education and beyond, while simultaneously nurturing a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

For more information, contact Young Audiences Charter School at (504) 717-1200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.