Advanced Study Academies
Jefferson Parish Schools Advanced Study Academies (ASAs) are designed to expose the most highly capable students to a challenging, rigorous, and accelerated curriculum. The academies focus on high-potential students who are successful in gaining admission through the ASA admissions process. Please note PreKindergarten enrollment at our ASAs is not tuition-free.
Round 2 applications will be accepted from Friday, May 2, 2025 at 8:00 am until Friday, May 16, 2025 at 5:00pm
Applications for this cycle will only be considered for schools or grade levels that have available seats. Click here to apply
In order to be eligible for ASA admissions:
- All students must meet age and residency requirements.
- Students entering grades 6-12 must meet a core GPA requirement of 2.5 for their previous two years in school.
- All students must score in the 85th percentile or higher on the ASA admissions test.
Who do I contact if I have a question or need assistance?
Please call the Admissions Office at (504) 349-7792 or email asaadmissions@jpschools.org.
Take a virtual tour of our ASA's by clicking the videos below
Ray St. Pierre
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Haynes Academy
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Airline Park
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Metairie Academy
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Patrick F. Taylor
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Gretna No.2
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Thomas Jefferson
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Exisiting ASA Families
2025-2026 Decision Letter Forms
The Decision Letter Form provides an opportunity for parents of current ASA 5th grade students to request which ASA they would like their child to attend as a 6th grader during the 2025-2026 academic year.
2025-2026 Transfer Request Forms
The ASA Transfer Request Form provides an opportunity for a parent of current Pre-K-4th and 6-11th grade students to request a transfer from one ASA to another for the 2025-2026 academic year based on capacity.
Who do I contact if I have a question or need assistance?
Please call the Admissions Office at (504) 349-7792 or email asaadmissions@jpschools.org.