Welcome To

BASIS Baton Rouge Materra

BASIS Baton Rouge Materra is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–10 for the 2024–25 school year. We are expanding by one grade level every school year and will be serving grades K–12 by 2026–27. With our accelerated curriculum, robust student support system, and variety of enriching extracurriculars, we empower students to achieve at globally competitive levels.

Baton Rouge's Highest-Performing Open-Enrollment School

Part of the #1 Public School Network in the U.S.

What Makes Us Special

We are the only open-enrollment school in East Baton Rouge to earn an “A” ranking from the Louisiana Department of Education in 2023. We provide a caring and supportive learning environment where all students are able to reach their highest potential. During the day, students learn about subjects such as Engineering, Phonics, Science, Math, Mandarin, and much more. After school, students are encouraged to explore their interests through our student clubs and sports. Our campus is equipped with science labs, a full-size gym and a black box theatre.

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From Our Community

“BASIS Materra has been such an amazing experience for our whole family. My daughter is thriving there. The school offers such a great curriculum while also providing a nurturing environment. We are proud to be part of the BASIS community!”

“BASIS Materra has an unwavering commitment to academics. Our sons are challenged to reach their full potential, and they have a love for learning that goes beyond the ordinary. The specials and electives are unique and different from a traditional curriculum, opening doors to creativity and critical thinking. BASIS Materra is more than just a school; it is a community that fosters growth and curiosity.”