Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Charter School
2,263 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy (KDHSA) is a unique, tuition-free public charter school located in Kenner, Louisiana, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The school operates under the Jefferson Parish Public School System and is distinguished by its specialized mission to provide a rigorous academic environment with a distinct focus on health sciences. By integrating health-related concepts into the standard curriculum, the academy aims to prepare students for future careers in medicine, research, and healthcare technology while fostering a culture of lifelong learning and community service.
Beyond its academic focus, the school is known for its modern facilities and its commitment to a "whole child" approach, emphasizing both character development and extracurricular engagement. KDHSA has gained a reputation for its high standards and strong parent-teacher partnerships, which have contributed to its status as a popular choice for families in the Greater New Orleans area. Through its innovative model, the academy seeks to bridge the gap between traditional K-12 education and the professional demands of the modern healthcare sector.
Beyond its academic focus, the school is known for its modern facilities and its commitment to a "whole child" approach, emphasizing both character development and extracurricular engagement. KDHSA has gained a reputation for its high standards and strong parent-teacher partnerships, which have contributed to its status as a popular choice for families in the Greater New Orleans area. Through its innovative model, the academy seeks to bridge the gap between traditional K-12 education and the professional demands of the modern healthcare sector.
2,263
Total Students
157.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 792 |
| Hispanic | 889 |
| Black | 352 |
| Asian | 137 |
| Two or More | 87 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic889 (39.3%)
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White792 (35.0%)
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Black352 (15.6%)
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Asian137 (6.1%)
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Two or More87 (3.8%)
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American Indian5 (0.2%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Jefferson Parish |
| Phone: | (504)233-4720 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,263 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 157.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 1,300 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 252 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
38
Kindergarten
155
Grade 1
155
Grade 2
156
Grade 3
156
Grade 4
156
Grade 5
156
Grade 6
156
Grade 7
157
Grade 8
156
Grade 9
225
Grade 10
215
Grade 11
194
Grade 12
188
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 38 |
| Kindergarten | 155 |
| Grade 1 | 155 |
| Grade 2 | 156 |
| Grade 3 | 156 |
| Grade 4 | 156 |
| Grade 5 | 156 |
| Grade 6 | 156 |
| Grade 7 | 157 |
| Grade 8 | 156 |
| Grade 9 | 225 |
| Grade 10 | 215 |
| Grade 11 | 194 |
| Grade 12 | 188 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,078 | 47.6% |
| Male | 1,185 | 52.4% |
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