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Best Louisiana Private Schools Belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 32 private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) serving 16,209 students in Louisiana. You can also find more schools membership associations in Louisiana.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Louisiana include The Dunham School, Archbishop Chapelle High School, and Mount Carmel Academy.
The average tuition cost is $10,657, which is higher than the Louisiana private school average tuition cost of $9,639.
81% of private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Louisiana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 32

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 32

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Louisiana (2026-27)

The Dunham School Photo
The Dunham School
Gr: NS-12 | 915 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 27
Christian
11111 Roy Emerson Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 767-7097
(8)
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Map of Archbishop Chapelle High School
Archbishop Chapelle High School
Gr: 8-12 | 614 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 29
All-girls (Catholic)
8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 467-3105
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Archbishop Hannan High School Photo
Archbishop Hannan High School
Gr: 8-12 | 670 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 30
Catholic
71324 Highway 1077
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 249-6363
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The Brighton School Photo
The Brighton School
Gr: K-12 | 236 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 6
Special Education School
12108 Parkmeadow Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 291-2524
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Map of Cedar Creek School
Cedar Creek School
Gr: PK-12 | 672 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 13
2400 Cedar Creek Dr
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-7707
(1)
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Map of Central Private School
Central Private School
Gr: PK-12 | 519 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 13
Christian
12801 Centerra Court
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 261-3341
(2)
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Map of False River Academy
False River Academy
Gr: PK-12
Sports: 9
201 Major Pkwy
New Roads, LA 70760
(225) 638-3783
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John Curtis Christian School Photo
John Curtis Christian School
Gr: NS-12 | 995 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 13
Christian
10125 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70123
(504) 737-4621
(2)
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Map of Mount Carmel Academy
Mount Carmel Academy
Gr: 8-12 | 1,250 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 53
All-girls (Catholic)
7027 Milne Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70124
(504) 288-7626
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Northlake Christian School Photo
Northlake Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,049 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
70104 Wolverine Drive
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 635-0508
(4)
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Map of Ouachita Christian School
Ouachita Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 755 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Church of Christ
7065 Highway 165 N
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 325-6000
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Map of Our Lady of the Lake Roman Catholic School
Our Lady of the Lake Roman Catholic School
Gr: NS-7 | 800 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
316 Lafitte Street
Mandeville, LA 70448
(985) 626-5678
(1)
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Map of Our Lady Perpetual Help School
Our Lady Perpetual Help School
Gr: NS-7 | 235 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Catholic
531 Williams Blvd
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 464-0531
(1)
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Parkview Baptist School Photo
Parkview Baptist School
Gr: NS-12 | 1,072 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 10
Baptist
5750 Parkview Church Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 291-2500
(3)
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Map of Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School
Gr: K-8 | 433 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 16
Catholic
532 E Main St
Ville Platte, LA 70586
(337) 363-3445
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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. Pius Elementary School
St. Pius Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 699 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
205 E Bayou Pkwy
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 237-3139
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Map of Teurlings Catholic High School
Teurlings Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 781 students
Sports: 16
Catholic
139 Teurlings Dr
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 323-5571
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Map of Annunciation Catholic School
Annunciation Catholic School
Gr: PK-7 | 82 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
511 Avenue C
Bogalusa, LA 70427
(985) 735-6643
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Map of Berchmans Academy of the Sacred Heart
Berchmans Academy of the Sacred Heart
Gr: PK-12 | 157 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
All-boys (Catholic)
1821 Academy Road
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-5275
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Louisiana?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Louisiana include The Dunham School, Archbishop Chapelle High School, and Mount Carmel Academy.
How many private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) are located in Louisiana?
32 private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) are located in Louisiana.
How much do private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) cost in Louisiana?
The average tuition cost is $10,657, which is higher than the Louisiana private school average tuition cost of $9,639.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Louisiana?
Louisiana private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the Louisiana private school average of 22%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) are religiously affiliated in Louisiana?
81% of private schools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Louisiana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
32
Private Schools
16,209
Students
$10,657
Avg. Tuition
14%
Students of Color
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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