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#115 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 45% of private schools
Ascension Episcopal School
School
1800 CHEMIN METAIRIE PKWY, Youngsville, LA 70592
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#115 of 253
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Ascension Episcopal School
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About Ascension Episcopal School
Ascension Episcopal School is a private school in Youngsville, LA. Ascension Episcopal School serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ascension Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Ascension Episcopal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ascension Episcopal School 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
BetaHow Ascension Episcopal School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Youngsville, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ascension Episcopal School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Ernest Gallet Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy | 4.0 |
| Green T. Lindon Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Youngsville Middle School | 6.9 |
| Southside High School | 5.0 |
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
1800 CHEMIN METAIRIE PKWY, Youngsville, LA 70592
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ascension Episcopal School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY LAFAYETTE CAMPUS (rated 7.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF ACADIANA (rated 6.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF ACADIANA (rated 6.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Youngsville, see our Youngsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70592 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,453
Median Home Value
$239,000
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Population
31,608
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
33.9
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| BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL Franklinton, LA | 6.5 |
| CHRIST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Covington, LA | 6.5 |
| Hornbeck High School Hornbeck, LA | 6.3 |
| Pine Prairie High School Pine Prairie, LA | 6.3 |
| CENTRAL PRIVATE SCHOOL Baker, LA | 6.8 |
| Castor High School Castor, LA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ascension Episcopal School
What grades does Ascension Episcopal School serve?
Ascension Episcopal School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Ascension Episcopal School?
Ascension Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ascension Episcopal School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ascension Episcopal School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ascension Episcopal School rank in LA?
Ascension Episcopal School ranks #115 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Ascension Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ascension Episcopal School 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 Episcopal School a private school?
Yes, Ascension Episcopal School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal 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 Episcopal School a religious school?
Ascension Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 623
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 85
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lafayette Parish
- Phone
- (337) 233-9748
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