The NOLA-PS Data Dashboard: A Tool for Data-Driven Decision Making
At NSNO, we believe that strong, transparent data is essential to building a sustainable and equitable school system for our young people. That’s why we’ve partnered with NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) to launch the NOLA-PS Data Dashboard, a powerful new tool designed to provide clear, accessible insights into New Orleans public schools.
The dashboard serves as a centralized hub for key education data, ensuring that district leaders, school administrators, educators, and community members have the information they need to make data-driven decisions.
What is the NOLA-PS Data Dashboard?
The NOLA-PS Data Dashboard is a publicly available tool that provides reliable, relevant, and easy-to-use data on our schools. Built to support NOLA-PS’ Five-Year Portfolio Plan, the dashboard helps ensure families have access to high-quality schools that meet diverse student needs. The dashboard includes data on:
✅Academic Outcomes: Student performance, including subgroup data to track equity and progress.
✅Enrollment Trends: Shifting demographics, school capacity, and system-wide enrollment patterns.
✅Teacher Retention: Insights into workforce sustainability and staffing trends.
By consolidating this information in one place, the dashboard promotes transparency, accountability, and strategic decision-making across our city’s education landscape.
Why This Matters
New Orleans’ public schools have made significant academic progress over the years. To sustain these gains, we must ensure that school and system leaders have clear, accessible data to help them:
✅ Plan for school sustainability and resource allocation.
✅ Address student needs and equity gaps.
✅ Support a diverse and thriving teaching workforce.
With the Data Dashboard, educators, policymakers, and community members now have a powerful tool to drive smarter, more informed decisions that support student success.
Understanding the NSNO School Sustainability Analysis
NSNO continues to support school planning through the NSNO School Sustainability Analysis. This annual report provides deep insights into how shifting enrollment patterns impact school operations, funding, and long-term planning.
Key findings include:
📉Declining Enrollment: According to the 2023 census population estimates, New Orleans has 26.3% fewer residents than before Hurricane Katrina, with fewer children entering school each year.
🏫 School Capacity Challenges: Many schools are under-enrolled, with only 89.5% of available seats filled in the 2024-25 school year.
🔍Strategic Planning Needs: Schools must adjust resources, facilities, and programs to meet changing student needs.
This analysis helps NOLA-PS and school leaders plan for a strong, stable school system, even as enrollment shifts.
Explore the Data Dashboard Today
The NOLA-PS Data Dashboard is now available to the public!
🔗 Visit the Dashboardat data.nolapublicschools.com
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This tool represents a major step forward in transparency and data-driven planning for New Orleans’ schools. We encourage school leaders, educators, families, and community members to explore the dashboard, share it with their networks, and use data to help shape a brighter future for our students.
