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#79 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 31% of private schools
Cedar Creek School
School
2400 CEDAR CREEK DR, Ruston, LA 71270
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#79 of 253
In Ruston
#1 of 2
public schools
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Cedar Creek School
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About Cedar Creek School
Cedar Creek School is a private school in Ruston, LA. Cedar Creek School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Cedar Creek School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cedar Creek 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 Cedar Creek School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Ruston, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cedar Creek School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Hillcrest Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Ruston Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Ruston High School | 7.7 |
| Glen View Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Howard School | 3.7 |
| A. E. Phillips Laboratory School | 7.2 |
| I.A. Lewis School | 5.7 |
| Ruston Junior High School | 8.2 |
| Cypress Springs Elementary School | 8.0 |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2400 CEDAR CREEK DR, Ruston, LA 71270
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Creek School may also want to explore other schools in the area. D'Arbonne Woods Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Farmerville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Simsboro High School (rated 8.2/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Simsboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Quitman High School (rated 7.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Quitman), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ruston, see our Ruston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Elementary School Ruston | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Ruston Elementary School Ruston | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RUSTON Ruston | 1.9 mi | — |
| Ruston High School Ruston | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Howard School Ruston | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Glen View Elementary School Ruston | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| A. E. Phillips Laboratory School Ruston | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| I.A. Lewis School Ruston | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Ruston Junior High School Ruston | 3.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Cypress Springs Elementary School Ruston | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ruston | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Preparatory School Grambling | 4.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Choudrant High School Choudrant | 6.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Choudrant Elementary School Choudrant | 7.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Dubach School Dubach | 9.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Simsboro High School Simsboro | 9.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Downsville Community Charter School Downsville | 12.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Quitman High School Quitman | 15.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Calhoun Elementary School Calhoun | 15.3 mi | 4.6 |
| D'Arbonne Woods Charter School Farmerville | 17.0 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71270 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,599
Median Home Value
$218,600
Median Rent
$819/mo
Population
32,747
College Educated
39.9%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
16.9 min
Poverty Rate
32.7%
Median Age
28.4
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|---|---|
| Centerville High School Centerville, LA | 6.9 |
| Merryville High School Merryville, LA | 6.9 |
| Virtual Academy of Lafourche Thibodaux, LA | 6.9 |
| Lacassine High School Lacassine, LA | 7.0 |
| VERMILION CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Abbeville, LA | 7.0 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Opelousas, LA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Creek School
What grades does Cedar Creek School serve?
Cedar Creek School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Cedar Creek School?
Cedar Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Creek School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Creek School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cedar Creek School rank in LA?
Cedar Creek School ranks #79 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Cedar Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cedar Creek School a private school?
Yes, Cedar Creek School 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 Cedar Creek School a religious school?
No, Cedar Creek School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 636
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lincoln Parish
- Phone
- (318) 255-7707
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