Located in Lafayette, LA, Reach Institute is a nonsectarian, city–based private school serving preschool through first grade with a total enrollment of 85 students.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 supported by 6 teachers for early childhood and first–grade programs.
Reach Institute reports 41% student diversity, reflecting a mix of racial and ethnic backgrounds within its student body.
This Lafayette private school offers co–educational instruction in foundational early learning grades PK to 1.
Families in Lafayette can compare Reach Institute with other local schools, noting its smaller enrollment size and average student–teacher ratio relative to nearby options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Student Body
Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Reach Institute?
The application deadline for Reach Institute is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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