Gethsemane Christian Academy serves 44 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) or (School of Tomorrow) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
The student:teacher of Gethsemane Christian Academy is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Church of God in Christ.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Gethsemane Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1979
Student Body
Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Gethsemane Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Gethsemane Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 1/17/2015
I suggested gethsemane christain academy one of the best caring and involved school the overser is the best leader me and my family know.
5 5/21/2012
I highly recommend GCA as a provider of a quality education in which all domains of education are addressed and applied. The staff is extremely passionate and personable.
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