Mount Carmel Academy is a private, all-girls Catholic high school for grades 8-12 in the Archdiocese of New Orleans.
It is conducted by the Sisters of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, who have educated young ladies in New Orleans since 1833.
The atmosphere of the school and the individual attention given to each student encourage and foster emotional maturity and spiritual development.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,250 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,400
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Nov. 14
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mount Carmel Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Year Founded
1840
Colors
White, Brown
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 14, 2025
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1993, 1998
Campus Size
9
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
151 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
11 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Biology APCalculus AP
English Language and Composition APEnglish Literature and Composition AP
European Literature APLatin AP
Precalculus APPsychology AP
Spanish Language and Culture APUS Government & Politics AP
US History AP
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Nov. 14
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,400
Admissions Director
Jeanne Rachuba
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
53 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Academic GamesAmbassador Team
Book ClubCampus Ministry
CarmelettesCheerleading
Chess ClubChristian Life Community
CubettesEchoes
Eco CubsEnigma
Entrepreneurship ClubFrench National Honor Society
Junior AchievementKey Club
Lagniappe ClubLatin National Honor Society
Life Skills ClubLiterary Online
Mount Carmel Cubs Against Destructive Decisions (McCADD)Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society)
Multicultural ClubNational Honor Society
P.A.W.S.Quiz Bowl
RhythmRobotics Club
SardonyxScience Fiction Fantasy Club
Science OlympiadService Club - 8th Grade
Spanish National Honor SocietySpeech and Debate Team
Spirit ClubStudent Government
TEAMS (Tests of Engineering Aptitude, Mathematics, and Science)Teens for Life
Arts and Music Programs:
BellasCelebration
ChoraleEncore
Instrumental Music Program -National Art Honor Society
National Junior Art Honor SocietyPrivate Music Instruction
Theatre Club - STKTri-M Music Honor Society
WMCA
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Bowling TeamFitness Club
Intramural Sports ProgramSailing Team
School Notes
- School Motto: For God. For Learning. For Life.
- School Mascot: Cub
- Mount Carmel Academy is a private, all-girls Catholic high school for grades 8-12 in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. It is conducted by the Sisters of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, who have educated young women in New Orleans since 1833. The atmosphere of the school and the individual attention given to each student encourage and foster emotional maturity and spiritual development.
- A Mount Carmel education challenges students to think critically and develop a love of learning while giving each student the freedom to grow from mistakes and become the person God intended her to be.
- A diverse offering of courses, electives, and more than 50 clubs and extracurricular activities provide opportunities for each student to uncover new interests and pursue herpassions.
- Mount Carmel Academy has an enrollment of 1250 students. While we are large in number, our class sizes are always small an average size of 15 students ensuring a more personal and connected classroom experience.
- Eight full-time guidance counselors and a college scholarship coordinator are available to students in every grade level, helping with issues related to academics, the college application process, personal challenges, and career readiness.
- Carmelite Spirituality is at the heart of all that we do. This means relating to God as a friend in prayer, knowing that God is always with us, and seeking the truth about ourselves, others, and the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mount Carmel Academy cost?
Mount Carmel Academy's tuition is approximately $11,400 for private students.
What sports does Mount Carmel Academy offer?
Mount Carmel Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Gymnastics, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Mount Carmel Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for most sports offered.
What is Mount Carmel Academy's ranking?
Mount Carmel Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mount Carmel Academy?
The application deadline for Mount Carmel Academy is Nov. 14.
In what neighborhood is Mount Carmel Academy located?
Mount Carmel Academy is located in the Lakeview neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 2 other private schools located in Lakeview.
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