AIRLINE PARK ACADEMY FOR ADVANCED STUDIES

Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies is a public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson Parish school district, located in Metairie, LA with about 376 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 15 teachers, Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies, located in Metairie, Louisiana, is a public magnet school within the Jefferson Parish Public School System that serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. The school is widely recognized for its rigorous academic environment, which is designed to challenge high-achieving students through an accelerated curriculum. By emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, and enrichment opportunities, the academy aims to foster a culture of intellectual curiosity and academic excellence, preparing its students for success in future advanced-level coursework.

Beyond its core curriculum, Airline Park Academy places a strong focus on building a supportive school community that encourages both personal and social development. The school typically integrates specialized programs and extracurricular activities that complement its academic mission, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. As a magnet school, it maintains a competitive admission process, drawing families who are specifically seeking a structured, fast-paced learning environment where dedicated teachers focus on maximizing the potential of every student.

For more information, contact Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies at (504) 888-0969 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6201 Camphor Street
Metairie, LA 70003-3697
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AIRLINE PARK ACADEMY FOR ADVANCED STUDIES is a public school in Metairie, LA with about 376 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Louisiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
Jefferson Parish
Total Students:
376
Teachers:
15.34
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 376 students

White
66.5%
Asian
12.5%
Hispanic/Latino
9.6%
Black or African American
5.3%
Two or more races
5.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%

Female
54.0%
Male
46.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.