Lake Castle Private School

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.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked LA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 373 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,785
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1963

Student Body

Total Students
373 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
77%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Lake Castle Private School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Traditional school uniform available at listed uniform providers

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies slightly based on pre-pay dates.
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Maureen Baas
Admissions Associate
Jonica Calamusa

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Aerobics/Exercise Club, Art Club, Arts and Crafts Club, Beta Club, Book Club, Builders Club, Cross-Stitch, Drama Club, Holiday Arts Club, MathCounts, Quiz Bowl Teams, Science Club, Vietnamese Language Club, Yearbook

School Notes

  • Reading, addition, and subtraction in Pre-K
  • Grammar and multiplication in kindergarten
  • 9-time metro New Orleans Chapter Mathcounts champions
  • Champion quiz bowl teams in senior and junior divisions
  • Affordable private education
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lake Castle Private School cost?
Lake Castle Private School's tuition is approximately $5,785 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 88%. Lake Castle Private School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Louisiana with low acceptance rates.
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, Highest percentage of students of color 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).
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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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked LA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 373 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,785
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in New Orleans, LA is $10,231 for elementary schools and $10,935 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New Orleans, LA is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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