MORRIS JEFF COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Morris Jeff Community School is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Morris Jeff Community School school district, located in New Orleans, LA with about 876 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 9th 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 46 teachers, Morris Jeff Community 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.

Morris Jeff Community School is a premier tuition-free, open-admissions public charter school located in the Mid-City neighborhood of New Orleans. Serving students from Pre-K through 12th grade, the school is globally recognized as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. Its curriculum is built upon the IB framework, which emphasizes critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and inquiry-based learning, aiming to develop well-rounded students who are prepared to engage as responsible global citizens.

Beyond its academic rigor, Morris Jeff is deeply committed to its identity as a "community school." It integrates the arts, service learning, and a focus on social-emotional development into the daily experience, creating an inclusive environment that welcomes families from diverse backgrounds across the city. By fostering strong partnerships between students, parents, and the broader New Orleans community, the school strives to provide a holistic educational experience that prepares graduates for success in higher education and beyond.

For more information, contact Morris Jeff Community School at (504) 373-6258 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.