Below Average
#221 of 253 private schools in LA
Arden Cahill Academy
School
3101 WALL BLVD, Gretna, LA 70056
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
38.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
38.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#221 of 253
In Gretna
#3 of 4
public schools
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About Arden Cahill Academy
Arden Cahill Academy is a private school in Gretna, LA. Arden Cahill Academy serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades Pre-K-11th, and has a 38.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Arden Cahill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Arden Cahill Academy runs 38.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Arden Cahill Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
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Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arden Cahill Academy (this school) | 4.9 |
| Paul J. Solis Elementary School | 4.9 |
| George Cox Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies | 7.8 |
| Shirley Johnson/Gretna Park Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Frederick Douglass Community School | 4.8 |
| Ruppel Academie Francaise | 9.4 |
| William Hart Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies | 8.9 |
| McDonogh 26/Homedale Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Young Audiences Charter High School | 5.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in LA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in LA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3101 WALL BLVD, Gretna, LA 70056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arden Cahill Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Belle Chasse Academy (rated 9.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Belle Chasse), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belle Chasse High School (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Belle Chasse), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gretna, see our Gretna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,831
Median Home Value
$223,000
Median Rent
$1,163/mo
Population
42,471
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
35.1
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| Natchitoches Parish Technical and Career Center Natchitoches, LA | 4.7 |
| FAMILY WORSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Opelousas, LA | 5.3 |
| Southside Alternative High School Monroe, LA | 5.3 |
| Dodson High School Dodson, LA | 5.4 |
| Ebarb School Noble, LA | 5.4 |
| MUSLIM ACADEMY Gretna, LA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arden Cahill Academy
What grades does Arden Cahill Academy serve?
Arden Cahill Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 11th.
How many students attend Arden Cahill Academy?
Arden Cahill Academy has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arden Cahill Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Arden Cahill Academy is 38.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Arden Cahill Academy rank in LA?
Arden Cahill Academy ranks #221 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Arden Cahill Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Arden Cahill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Arden Cahill Academy a private school?
Yes, Arden Cahill Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Arden Cahill Academy a religious school?
No, Arden Cahill Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 11th
- Enrollment
- 232
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 38.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
- (504) 392-0902
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