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.
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

Student Demographics for Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Demographic Student Count
White792
Hispanic889
Black352
Asian137
Two or More87
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    889 (39.3%)
  • White
    792 (35.0%)
  • Black
    352 (15.6%)
  • Asian
    137 (6.1%)
  • Two or More
    87 (3.8%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten38
Kindergarten155
Grade 1155
Grade 2156
Grade 3156
Grade 4156
Grade 5156
Grade 6156
Grade 7157
Grade 8156
Grade 9225
Grade 10215
Grade 11194
Grade 12188
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,07847.6%
Male1,18552.4%