Our Lady of the Lake Roman Catholic School Photo - OLL has been recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a 2020 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, the highest national honor a school can receive. This is the third time since 2004 that OLL has received this award, making it the only elementary school in the state of Louisiana to be a three-time winner.

Best Louisiana Private Preschools Belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 23 private preschools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) serving 11,436 students in Louisiana. You can also find more schools membership associations in Louisiana.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Louisiana include Central Private School, Northlake Christian School, and Our Lady of the Lake Roman Catholic School.
The average tuition cost is $10,093, which is higher than the Louisiana private preschool average tuition cost of $10,076.
78% of private preschools belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Louisiana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) in Louisiana (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Dunham School
The Dunham School Photo - We develop creative, independent thinkers who enjoy learning as they discover truths about themselves and the world around them. Our academic program is the perfect balance of hands-on education in all academic areas combined with technology, innovation, and cross-cultural literacy. Students are encouraged to problem-solve, experiment, take risks, and be creative as they learn and grow.
(Christian)
(8)
11111 Roy Emerson Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 767-7097
Gr: NS-12 | 897 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cedar Creek School
(1)
2400 Cedar Creek Dr
Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-7707
Gr: PK-12 | 672 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 13 Acceptance rate listed
Central Private School
Central Private School Photo - Every Monday morning, our middle and high school students gather for Monday Morning Manna. This time of devotion and worship sets the tone for our week at school.
(Christian)
(2)
12801 Centerra Court
Baker, LA 70714
(225) 261-3341
Gr: PK-12 | 519 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
False River Academy
False River Academy Photo
201 Major Pkwy
New Roads, LA 70760
(225) 638-3783
Gr: PK-12 Sports: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
John Curtis Christian School
John Curtis Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(2)
10125 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70123
(504) 737-4621
Gr: NS-12 | 995 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
Northlake Christian School
Northlake Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(4)
70104 Wolverine Drive
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 635-0508
Gr: PK-12 | 1,049 student Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ouachita Christian School
(Church of Christ)
7065 Highway 165 N
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 325-6000
Gr: PK-12 | 755 students Avg. class size: 20 students Acceptance rate listed
316 Lafitte Street
Mandeville, LA 70448
(985) 626-5678
Gr: NS-7 | 800 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Our Lady Perpetual Help School
(Catholic)
(1)
531 Williams Blvd
Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 464-0531
Gr: NS-7 | 235 students Avg. class size: 19 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Parkview Baptist School
Parkview Baptist School Photo
(Baptist)
(2)
5750 Parkview Church Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 291-2500
Gr: NS-12 | 1,072 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
St. Ann Catholic Elementary School
St. Ann Catholic Elementary School Photo - St. Ann School
(Catholic)
4921 Meadowdale St
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 455-8383
Gr: PK-7 | 913 students Avg. class size: 28 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Pius Elementary School
(Catholic)
205 E Bayou Pkwy
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 237-3139
Gr: PK-8 | 699 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 6
Annunciation Catholic School
(Catholic)
511 Avenue C
Bogalusa, LA 70427
(985) 735-6643
Gr: PK-7 | 82 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Berchmans Academy of the Sacred Heart
All-boys (Catholic)
1821 Academy Road
Grand Coteau, LA 70541
(337) 662-5275
Gr: PK-12 | 157 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Franklin Academy
2110 Loop Rd
Winnsboro, LA 71295
(318) 435-9520
Gr: PK-12 | 268 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
Highland Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
708 Angers Street
New Iberia, LA 70563
(337) 364-2273
Gr: PK-12 | 343 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
25 Patricia Drive
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 892-4415
Gr: NS-7 | 291 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mary Queen Of Peace Catholic School
(Catholic)
1515 W Causeway Approach
Mandeville, LA 70471
(985) 674-2466
Gr: PK-7 | 448 students Avg. class size: 21 students
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School
(Catholic)
8970 Highway 23
Belle Chasse, LA 70037
(504) 394-0757
Gr: PK-7 | 88 students Tuition listed
St. Benilde School
St. Benilde School Photo - Learning is always fun
(Catholic)
(2)
1801 Division Street
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 833-9894
Gr: PK-7 | 297 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2590 Highway 44
Paulina, LA 70763
(225) 869-5778
Gr: PK-8 | 379 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Rita School
St. Rita School Photo - 7th grade Pinning Ceremony
(Catholic)
194 Ravan Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70123
(504) 737-0744
Gr: PK-7 | 330 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tensas Academy
Tensas Academy Photo
418 Hwy 128
Saint Joseph, LA 71366
(318) 766-4384
Gr: PK-12 | 147 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed

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