ROOTED SCHOOL

Rooted School is a Title I public charter secondary school that is part of the Orleans Parish school district, located in New Orleans, LA with about 40 students. 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 3 teachers, Rooted School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Rooted School, located on St. Charles Avenue in New Orleans, is a tuition-free public charter high school that distinguishes itself through a unique "career-first" educational model. Designed to bridge the gap between secondary education and economic mobility, the school focuses heavily on equipping students with the technical skills and professional networks necessary to enter high-growth, high-wage careers immediately upon graduation. By integrating rigorous core academics with industry-aligned training, the school aims to bypass the traditional college-only narrative, offering students a direct pathway to financial independence and long-term career success.

The school’s curriculum is deeply embedded with work-based learning, project-based instruction, and partnerships with local and national tech and creative industries. Beyond just classroom instruction, Rooted School emphasizes mentorship and "real-world" experience, encouraging students to solve authentic business problems and earn industry-recognized certifications. By prioritizing the economic health of its students and their families, Rooted School seeks to redefine the role of the modern high school as a primary engine for workforce development and social equity in the New Orleans community.

For more information, contact Rooted School at (504) 383-4654 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.