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#117 of 253 private schools in LA

Top 46% of private schools

Ascension Christian School, Elementary

Elementary School

10473 AIRLINE HWY, Gonzales, LA 70737

Private

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Ascension Christian School, Elementary

6.5/10

Elementary School in Gonzales · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ascension Christian School, Elementary

Ascension Christian School, Elementary is a private elementary school in Gonzales, LA. Ascension Christian School, Elementary serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ascension Christian School, Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #117 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it comparesOn par with LA schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Ascension Christian School, Elementary 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Ascension Christian School, Elementary compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Gonzales, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
This School
vs
12.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
240
This School
vs
628
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
8.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.2% vs 0%
Black 14.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.3% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
Ascension Christian School, Elementary Gonzales Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Ascension Christian School, Elementary (this school) 6.5
Pecan Grove Primary School 8.7
Gonzales Primary School 8.3
Gonzales Middle School 9.3
G. W. Carver Primary School 7.1
Central Primary School 8.2
Central Middle School 8.7
Duplessis Primary School 7.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,169
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 38%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 240
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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)

White 76.2%
Black 14.6%
Hispanic 3.3%
Two or More 2.9%
Asian 1.7%
Native American 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10473 AIRLINE HWY, Gonzales, LA 70737

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ascension Christian School, Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby St. Amant), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sugar Mill Primary (rated 8.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Prairieville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dutchtown Primary School (rated 8.9/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Geismar), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gonzales, see our Gonzales schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Pecan Grove Primary School Gonzales 0.9 mi 8.7
GONZALES BAPTIST ACADEMY Gonzales 1.0 mi
East Ascension High School Gonzales 1.4 mi 6.7
St. Amant High School St. Amant 2.0 mi 7.4
St. Amant Middle School St. Amant 1.9 mi 9.2
Gonzales Primary School Gonzales 2.1 mi 8.3
St. Amant Primary School St. Amant 2.1 mi 8.5
Gonzales Middle School Gonzales 2.6 mi 9.3
G. W. Carver Primary School Gonzales 3.0 mi 7.1
Central Primary School Gonzales 3.5 mi 8.2
THE CHURCH ACADEMY Saint Amant 3.5 mi 6.8
Central Middle School Gonzales 3.7 mi 8.7
Lake Elementary School St. Amant 4.0 mi 9.1
Sorrento Primary School Sorrento 4.3 mi 8.6
Sugar Mill Primary Prairieville 5.4 mi 8.9
Galvez Primary School Prairieville 5.8 mi 7.9
Duplessis Primary School Gonzales 5.5 mi 7.9
Galvez Middle School Prairieville 6.6 mi 9.0
Lakeside Primary School Prairieville 7.0 mi 7.7
Dutchtown Primary School Geismar 6.3 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70737 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,758

Median Home Value

$252,600

Median Rent

$1,533/mo

Population

47,971

College Educated

25.9%

Homeownership

79.7%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ascension Christian School, Elementary

What grades does Ascension Christian School, Elementary serve?

Ascension Christian School, Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Ascension Christian School, Elementary?

Ascension Christian School, Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ascension Christian School, Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ascension Christian School, Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ascension Christian School, Elementary rank in LA?

Ascension Christian School, Elementary ranks #117 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Ascension Christian School, Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ascension Christian School, Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ascension Christian School, Elementary a private school?

Yes, Ascension Christian School, Elementary is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ascension Christian School, Elementary a religious school?

Ascension Christian School, Elementary has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
240
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ascension Parish

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