Weatherford Academy in Westwego, LA offers a nonsectarian early childhood program for kindergarten students in a suburban setting.
The school has an enrollment of 7 students with one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 7:1.
Weatherford Academy serves a diverse population, with approximately 86% of students representing students of color.
Located in Jefferson Parish, Weatherford Academy provides a small community–based learning environment in a large suburban locale.
The school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for diversity based on student demographics.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Weatherford Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
7 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
86%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Weatherford Academy?
The application deadline for Weatherford Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Weatherford Academy is St. Katharine Drexel Preparatory School (2.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Our Lady Prompt Succor School (0.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Our Lady Prompt Succor School
(Catholic)
531 Avenue A
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 341-9505
Westwego, LA 70094
(504) 341-9505
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 340 students Tuition listed
6700 B Westbank Expy
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-4155
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 347-4155
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students Tuition listed
West Bank Cathedral Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
7301 Lapalco Blvd
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 304-8373
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 304-8373
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 41 students Extracurrculars: 2
5116 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 899-6061
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 899-6061
2.1 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 130 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 25 Tuition listed
De La Salle High School
(Catholic)
5300 Saint Charles Ave
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 895-5717
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 895-5717
2.3 miles
Gr: 8-12 Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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