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Best Louisiana Private Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 23 private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) serving 8,857 students in Louisiana. You can also find more schools membership associations in Louisiana.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Louisiana include Holy Family Catholic School, Our Lady Of Fatima School, and Our Lady-mercy Catholic School.
The average tuition cost is $9,717, which is higher than the Louisiana private school average tuition cost of $9,639.
91% of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Louisiana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 23

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 23

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Louisiana (2026-27)

Map of Holy Family Catholic School
Holy Family Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 205 students
Catholic
200 Saint John St
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 235-0267
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Map of Holy Name Of Jesus School
Holy Name Of Jesus School
Gr: PK-7 | 502 students
Catholic
6325 Cromwell Pl
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 861-1466
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Map of Our Lady Of Fatima School
Our Lady Of Fatima School
Gr: PK-8 | 888 students
Catholic
2315 Johnston St
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 235-2464
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Map of Our Lady-mercy Catholic School
Our Lady-mercy Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 995 students
Catholic
400 Marquette Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 235-3491
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Map of St. Aloysius School
St. Aloysius School
Gr: PK-8 | 1,168 students
Avg. class size: 26 students
Sports: 6
Catholic
2025 Stuart Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 383-3871
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Map of St. Andrew The Apostle School
St. Andrew The Apostle School
Gr: PK-7 | 593 students
Catholic
3131 Eton St
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 394-4171
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St. Ann Catholic Elementary School Photo
St. Ann Catholic Elementary School
Gr: PK-7 | 913 students
Avg. class size: 28 students
Catholic
4921 Meadowdale St
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 455-8383
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Map of St. Christopher School
St. Christopher School
Gr: PK-7 | 513 students
Catholic
3900 Derbigny St
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 837-6871
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Map of St. Mary's Academy
St. Mary's Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 461 students
Catholic
6905 Chef Menteur Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70126
(504) 245-0200
(1)
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Ursuline Academy Photo
Ursuline Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 387 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 13
All-girls (Catholic)
2635 State St
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 861-9150
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Map of Boutte Christian Academy
Boutte Christian Academy
Gr: PK-5 | 215 students
Assembly of God
13271 Highway 90
Boutte, LA 70039
(985) 785-2456
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Map of Christ The King Continuation School
Christ The King Continuation School
Gr: PK-7 | 237 students
Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
2106 Deerfield Rd
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 367-3601
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Map of Epiphany Day School
Epiphany Day School
Gr: PK-5 | 102 students
Episcopal
120 Jefferson St
New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 364-6841
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Map of Fisher Early Childhood Development Center
Fisher Early Childhood Development Center
Gr: PK-K | 120 students
Daycare / Preschool
230 Ridge Road
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 984-9625
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Map of Greater Mt Olive Christian Academy
Greater Mt Olive Christian Academy
Gr: K-2 | 41 students
Baptist
3155 Victoria Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
(225) 355-5155
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Map of Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy
Mcmillian's First Steps Cdc / Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 125 students
2601 S Claiborne Ave
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 650-4798
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New Covenant Presbyterian Weekday School Photo
New Covenant Presbyterian Weekday School
Gr: NS-PK | 72 students
Avg. class size: 1 student
Montessori School (Presbyterian)
4375 Highway 22
Mandeville, LA 70471
(985) 626-1627
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Map of St. Alphonsus School
St. Alphonsus School
Gr: PK-7 | 238 students
Catholic
2001 Constance St
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 523-6594
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St. Cletus Continuation School Photo
St. Cletus Continuation School
Gr: PK-7 | 312 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
3610 Claire Ave
Gretna, LA 70053
(504) 366-3538
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Map of St. Lukes Episcopal School
St. Lukes Episcopal School
Gr: PK-8 | 217 students
Sports: 6
Episcopal
8833 Goodwood Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 927-8601
(13)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Louisiana?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Louisiana include Holy Family Catholic School, Our Lady Of Fatima School, and Our Lady-mercy Catholic School.
How many private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are located in Louisiana?
23 private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are located in Louisiana.
How much do private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) cost in Louisiana?
The average tuition cost is $9,717, which is higher than the Louisiana private school average tuition cost of $9,639.
How diverse are private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Louisiana?
Louisiana private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are approximately 27% minority students, which is higher than the Louisiana private school average of 22%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are religiously affiliated in Louisiana?
91% of private schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Louisiana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).
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Private Schools
8,857
Students
$9,717
Avg. Tuition
27%
Students of Color
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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