Isidore Newman School is a private, nondenominational, coeducational college preparatory school located on an 11-acre campus in the uptown section of New Orleans, Louisiana.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 977 students
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Isidore Newman School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
977 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
16 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$45,000
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Discimus Agere Agendo – 'We learn to do by doing'
- School Mascot: Greenie Gator
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Peyton Manning - NFL Quarterback and two-time Super Bowl MVP -
- Eli Manning - NFL Quarterback and two-time Super Bowl MVP -
- Odell Beckham Jr. - NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Isidore Newman School cost?
Isidore Newman School's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Isidore Newman School?
Isidore Newman School famous alumni include: Peyton Manning - NFL Quarterback and two-time Super Bowl MVP, Eli Manning - NFL Quarterback and two-time Super Bowl MVP and Odell Beckham Jr. - NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.
What is Isidore Newman School's ranking?
Isidore Newman School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Isidore Newman School?
The application deadline for Isidore Newman School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Isidore Newman School located?
Isidore Newman School is located in the Uptown And Carrollton neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 2 other private schools located in Uptown And Carrollton.
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