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50+ Years
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Your Trusted Pre-K to 12th Grade Education in New Orleans
Founded in 1903, Newman School is a co-educational independent school dedicated to nurturing high-achieving students from Pre-K through 12th grade. Our mission centers on fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement through strong student-teacher relationships. With a national reputation for excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts, we prepare students for leadership in higher education and beyond.Our faculty, 42% of whom hold advanced degrees, deliver a rigorous curriculum featuring 16 AP courses and innovative programs like design labs and world language studies. Located in Uptown New Orleans, our 11-acre campus provides a supportive environment where every child is known and challenged to reach their full potential.
Services
College Counseling
Visual Arts Programs
Athletic Training
Human Development Curriculum
Summer Enrichment Programs
Details
- Year established: 1903
Highlights and features
- NAIS-accredited with 114 state athletic championships
- 16 AP courses with 95% pass rate (2024-2025)
- 42% faculty with advanced degrees
- 21% student body diversity with $2.3M in annual financial aid
- 2 design and innovation labs with 19 full-time arts faculty
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
What people say
National reputation
Championship athletics
AP program excellence
Arts opportunities
Lifelong relationships
Services
College Counseling
Our comprehensive college counseling program begins in 9th grade, offering personalized guidance through course selection, application processes, and essay writing. With 100% college matriculation rates, our counselors maintain relationships with top institutions nationwide. Students benefit from workshops, alumni networking, and data-driven matching to find best-fit colleges.
Visual Arts Programs
From early childhood through 12th grade, our visual arts curriculum develops technical skills and creative expression. The Reynolds Ryan Art Gallery showcases professional artists and hosts workshops. Students explore painting, sculpture, digital media, and participate in annual exhibitions that connect classroom learning with professional practice.
People
Dale M. Smith
Head of School
Dale M. Smith leads Newman with a focus on academic excellence and character development. He champions student-teacher relationships and maintains the school's commitment to innovation while preserving its century-old traditions.
Nicole Charbonnet
Alumni Artist
Class of 1984 visual artist whose textured mixed-media works explore memory and cultural identity. Represented by Arthur Roger Gallery, she has received grants from the Pollock-Krasner Foundation and other institutions.
Questions
What grades does Newman serve?
Newman serves students from early childhood (6 weeks) through 12th grade.
Is Newman a religious school?
No, Newman is a non-denominational independent school.
What colleges do Newman students attend?
Graduates matriculate to top-tier institutions including Ivy League schools, Stanford, and MIT.
How diverse is the student body?
19.3% of students identify as students of color, with 21% receiving financial aid.
