Lake Castle Private School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked LA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 306 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,408
Acceptance rate: 70%
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Lake Castle Private School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Lake Castle Private School
Pre-K	36
Kind	25
1	30
2	20
3	25
4	30
5	40
6	40
7	33
8	27

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Year Founded

1963

School Calendar

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Campus Size

5 acres

Student Body

Total Students

306 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

47%

State avg.: 22%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

25 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Traditional school uniform available at listed uniform providers

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,408

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies slightly based on pre-pay dates.

Acceptance Rate

70%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Maureen Baas

Admissions Associate

Jonica Calamusa

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballDance

Flag FootballVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

17 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ACT Prep Course (8th Only)Aerobics/Exercise Club

Art ClubArts and Crafts Club

Beta ClubBuilders Club

Chess ClubCornhole Club

Cross-StitchDrama Club

Jr. Book ClubMathcounts

Music ClubPainting Club

Science ClubVietnamese Language Club

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School Notes

Founded in 1963, Lake Castle Private School offers a traditional, accelerated academic environment to students in grades Pre-K through 8.
Learning at Lake Castle focuses on application of theory and the use of hypothetical or antithetical means to develop logical creativity with minimal dependence on memorization. Students from Lake Castle excel on national testing and are highly received by top high schools in the metro New Orleans area.

School Motto: "Excellence in Education"
School Mascot: Jets

Reading, addition, and subtraction in Pre-K
Grammar and multiplication in kindergarten
9-time metro New Orleans Chapter Mathcounts champions
For three consecutive years, 8th graders have scored above 30 on the ACT.
Affordable private education

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Daniel Fitzpatrick, 2005 | New Orleans, LA - After graduating from Lake Castle in 2005, Daniel Fitzpatrick went on to Jesuit High School and the University of Dallas, where he studied Philosophy and joined Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest honor society. He then returned to Jesuit, where he teaches English and oversees the Blue Jay Annual, National Honor Society, and Calliope, the Jesuit student literary magazine. He is the author of eight books of fiction, translation, poetry, and philosophy. He is the founding editor of Joie de Vivre: A Journal of Art, Culture, and Letters for South Louisiana. He lives with his wife, Grace, and his four children in Metairie. “The academic and ethical formation I received at Lake Castle has been critical to everything I’ve done since. And the memories of my time as a Jet remain a constant source of joy.”
- Jennifer Tran, 2018 | New York, NY - After graduating Lake Castle in 2018, Jennifer Tran attended Benjamin Franklin High School, where she graduated the salutatorian of her class and was awarded the Key Award. She is currently a student at New York University with a major in Biology and minor in Creative Writing. As a pre-dental student, Jennifer is constantly challenged in her STEM courses, but because of her involvement in math competitions at Lake Castle, she learned at a young age how to critically think and look at problems in different perspectives. Her love for classic novels and strong foundation of grammar were fostered at this elementary school, allowing her to articulate her ideas sophisticatedly and be the expressive writer she is. One of her proudest achievements is being a College Leader at NYU, where she mentors first year students and serves as a teaching assistant. Even though speaking in front of a large group of strangers may be intimidating at times, all the presentations and speeches she’s given throughout her years at Lake Castle have prepared her to carry herself with confidence. As of now, Jennifer is enjoying all that New York City has to offer her and is preparing to apply to dental school in the near future.
- Jacqueline Delery Wattigny, 2000 | New Orleans, LA - Jacqueline Delery Wattigny is a 2000 graduate of Lake Castle Private School in New Orleans. At Lake Castle, she was honored with the Clendon J. Butera Award in 1999 and was named Valedictorian in 2000, After Lake Castle, Jacqueline attended Mount Carmel Academy on a scholarship award and graduated with honors. She then attended Louisiana State University’s Honors College, from which she graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2008 At LSU, Jacqueline was extensively involved in campus life, including serving as Speaker Pro Tempore of LSU’s Student Senate. After completing her degree in Political Science from LSU, Jacqueline was awarded an academic scholarship to Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. At Loyola, she was honored to be made a member of the College’s most prestigious publication, the Loyola Law Review. Since graduating with her Juris Doctorate in 2011, Jacqueline has worked as a judicial law clerk at the Twenty-Fourth Judicial District Court for the Parish of Jefferson. In addition to her work as an attorney, Jacqueline has maintained her community involvement. She volunteered for several years with Lake Castle’s dance team, for which she coined the name “Blue Angels.” Notably, Jacqueline was named Miss New Orleans in 2013. As Miss New Orleans, she volunteered her time to many local events and charity fundraisers. Jacqueline has been married to Paul Wattigny, Jr., since 2014, and they share two young children. She is also the daughter of Terry Delery, who has distinguished herself as an educator at Lake Castle for over 30 years. Jacqueline believes that Lake Castle’s commitment to academic excellence and deep appreciation for the importance of family formed her into a person who strives for excellence in all aspects of her life, and she is tremendously grateful to have received an elementary education of the highest quality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lake Castle Private School cost?

Lake Castle Private School's tuition is approximately $6,408 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Lake Castle Private School?

The acceptance rate of Lake Castle Private School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Lake Castle Private School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Louisiana with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Lake Castle Private School?

Lake Castle Private School famous alumni include: Daniel Fitzpatrick, 2005 | New Orleans, LA, Jennifer Tran, 2018 | New York, NY and Jacqueline Delery Wattigny, 2000 | New Orleans, LA.

What sports does Lake Castle Private School offer?

Lake Castle Private School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance, Flag Football and Volleyball.

What is Lake Castle Private School's ranking?

Lake Castle Private School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Lake Castle Private School?

The application deadline for Lake Castle Private School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Lake Castle Private School located?

Lake Castle Private School is located in the New Orleans East Area neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 8 other private schools located in New Orleans East Area.

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The average private school tuition in New Orleans, LA is $12,959 for elementary schools and $13,940 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New Orleans, LA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).