Memorial Baptist School
The mission of Memorial Baptist School is to provide a high quality, comprehensive academic program in a loving Christian environment.
The school is dedicated to the belief that young people need both strong educational and spiritual guidance to grow into adults who will be positive contributing influences in the community and world.We realize that our parents have a choice for private education in the Metairie area.
It is truly our desire to partner with our parents for a lifetime of achievement.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-7
- Students: 337 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,500
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Memorial Baptist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-7
Year Founded
1981
Student Body
Total Students
337 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Khaki bottoms and school polo)
(Khaki bottoms and school polo)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
10%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Jerry Riggs
Admissions Associate
Karla McKnight
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Choir
School Notes
- We are excited for you to see the great things that are happening at MBS. When you walk the halls of our school you will see teachers who are committed to life-long learning, children having fun while being engaged in learning, students using state of the art technology, and parents working in a partnership with the school. It truly is a special place. Memorial Baptist School is committed to providing a top quality, accelerated education in a nurturing Christian environment.
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