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Light City Christian Academy

6117 Saint Claude Ave
New Orleans, LA 70117

Light City Christian Academy in New Orleans, LA serves grades 3 through 11 with a total enrollment of 12 students in a city–based Christian educational program.

Founded in 2020, this co–ed academy operates in the Lower Ninth Ward neighborhood with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by two teachers.

The school charges an annual tuition of $4,000, ranking it among the more affordable private schools in the New Orleans area.

The student body is 100% students of color, reflecting the diversity within this urban private school setting.

Light City Christian Academy offers a regular elementary and secondary curriculum within a large city community environment.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 3-11
Enrollment: 12 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades 3-11

Year Founded

2020

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

12 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 22%

Students by Grade

Light City Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,000

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Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Raising a generation of leaders

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Light City Christian Academy cost?

Light City Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Light City Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Light City Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Light City Christian Academy located?

Light City Christian Academy is located in the Lower Ninth Ward neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 3-11
Enrollment: 12 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Orleans, LA is $12,950 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).