I love my school. the teachers are nice, and make sure we stay focused on our work. The behavior system is excellent, but is a bit too much. The only downside is that there is a bit too much homework, sometimes so much, it takes 5 hrs. to complete. It's also a bit unorganized. For example, they send
... Read more home a reminder for the bakesale a day before, or they don't post the homework. Overall, it's a excellent school. Read less
Posted by a student on 02/16/09
There are pros and cons to Metairie Academy. Certainly, the work offered the students is more interesting/challenging than they would find at any mainstream school. The downside is that, somewhere along the way, 'quantity' replaced 'quality' in the teachers' approach. In other words, they throw so
... Read more much at these kids all at once, that nothing 'sticks.' Sure, if the kids 'cram' for tests, they can make the grade but, ask them the same material in a week and it's gone. The school would be better served in teaching a bit less and giving the students time to absorb it. You can tell that they are teaching to standardized testing schedules by the way they just keep shoving more and more at these kids. Someone needs to point out that we are educating children for a lifetime, not just for this year's LEAP. And, some basics are simply skipped - like phonics. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/03/08
This school was a living nightmare for my child.As a straight A student, he entered this school with ambition and hope.I saw this part of him shrink every day as he was unable to finish the heavy work load, and the 5+hours of homework per night.The parent/teacher meeting we attended was also a tragedy.
... Read more It turned out to be a shouting match between the teachers and parents.One teacher was very rude!This set the tone for a constant conflict.Rather than working together with the families of the kids to make sure they succeed, it seems they did everything they could to make it impossible.I talked with several other parents who were having similar problems, and we all decided that we were not going to let this school rob our kids of their childhood, and their joy. I feel sorry for the kids who still go there. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/02/08
I was thrilled two years ago. My son was in a private school...now there was a school that would cater to what he needed as a student. We have been at Metairie Academy for three years. Each year has been different. The work challenges the kids to think and do differently...higher order thinking.
... Read more I love the fact that my son wants to go to school. He loves school so much that at the end of last school year...he was very upset. I have never met a child that did not look forward to summer vacation. This kid would rather be in school. My hat is off to the teachers and prinicipal for making school a place where students want to go. The school is making strides to upgrade the facilities, of course with the help of dedicated parents. Hopefully, my almost four year old will be able to attend next year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/29/07
We came from the Catholic school system and I have found that my childrens' needs - academically and psychologically - are met so much better at Metairie Academy. Here they flourish because their gifted quirkiness is celebrated. My only concern is that some of the staff does not understand that 'gifted'
... Read more does not mean 'possessing innate knowledge.' In other words, just because children are exceptionally bright does not mean they don't need an adequate amount of instruction before they are expected to have mastered any topic. Sometimes material is breezed through too quickly. While these bright kids loathe redundancy, even they need a bit of healthy repetition to fully grasp some things. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/07/07
The school academics are wonderful and the teachers and principle are wonderful! The school however is horrible, I'm actually afraid for the children who use the bathroom facilities ... deplorable! They don't even have soap dispensers in some. This school is in desperate need of repair and TLC!!! Concerned
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Posted by a parent on 07/17/07
I have two children at Metairie Academy, and this is our third year here. The work is challenging but interesting, not the rote memorization of dull facts that I recall from elementary school. The school is also the most recially diverse school I have seen in Jefferson or Orleans Parish. Many teachers
... Read more incorporate the differences in cultural backgrounds into lessons, giving students a broader cultural education than most schools. While it is my understanding that the school is not actually a true magnet, but an advanced school, it doesn't really matter because the level of education is excellent. My only complaint would be a sometimes lax discipline policy regarding behavior problems, and a catering to those parents who don't seem to believe that their little angels sometimes do misbehave. Regardless, it still offers a better education than the other public schools and most Catholic or private schools in the area. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/12/07
Academically, this school is excellent compared to the average school - public or private. The students are not your average students, though. Many people think of this as the school for gifted students and that is not what it is. The kids are bright, many are gifted. But outside of the great staff
... Read more 5 or 6 gifted teachers, there is very little knowledge of the emotional, social and intellectual needs of gifted children. Principal is great. Very committed. Aftercare and morning care are a joke. No meaningful supervision at all. The entire facility is in a state of disrepair. This school looks like paradise only when compared to other public schools in the greater New Orleans area. If you have a child who can do this work, and you want a public school, this is as good as it gets. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/28/07
My granddaughter just finished PreK at Metairie Academy. She had a great year and learned a lot. Her teachers were wonderful. My only quarrel is with the reward system of discipline and with the fact that it is difficult for preK parents to learn the ropes because of the no walk in nature of the school,
... Read more The grandparents club started this year was a great resource (I'm a grandma, not a mom to this student) Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/29/07
This is an excellent school. I am very pleased with the academic quality at Metairie Academy. It is so amazing with the math and reading curriculm. The principal is amazing and works with the children very well. Nora Held
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School Profile for Metairie Academy - Advanced Studies
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LEAP 21* Test Scores
Grade Level: 4
Test Year: 2008
Metairie Academy - Advanced Studies
Jefferson Parish Public School District
Louisiana
* In 2007-2008 Louisiana used the Louisiana Educational Assessment Program for the 21st Century (LEAP 21) to assess students in grades 4 and 8 in math, English language arts, science and social studies. The LEAP 21 is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Louisiana. The goal is for all students to score at or above basic on the test.
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Metairie schools — Metairie Academy - Advanced Studies is located at 201 Metairie Rd, Metairie LA 70005. 201 Metairie Rd is in the 70005 ZIP code in Metairie, LA The school district for Metairie Academy - Advanced Studies is the Jefferson Parish Public School District. Metairie Academy - Advanced Studies is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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