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#87 of 253 private schools in LA

Top 34% of private schools

Central Private School

School

12801 CENTERRA CT, Baker, LA 70714

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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About Central Private School

Central Private School is a private school in Baker, LA. Central Private School serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Private School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares0.5 pts above LA schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Central Private 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

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How Central Private School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Baker, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.1:1

This School

18.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

461

This School

260

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

4.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.6% vs 0%

Asian 2.4% vs 0%

Black 0.7% vs 0%

Central Private School Baker Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Central Private School (this school)	—	461	11.1:1	6.8
GEO Prep Baker	4.2 mi	89	22.2:1	5.3
Advantage Charter Academy	4.2 mi	600	30:1	4.9
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School	4.5 mi	123	9.5:1	6.7
Baker Middle School	4.6 mi	161	23:1	3.3
Brownfields Elementary School	5.1 mi	238	10.8:1	5.8
White Hills Elementary School	5.1 mi	105	17.5:1	5.8
Baker Heights Elementary School	6.0 mi	391	18.6:1	2.6
Baker High School	6.5 mi	372	17.7:1	3.9

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

B+ 6.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.7 / 10

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School Day Length 8.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,476

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 11%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 461

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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 93.1%

Hispanic 2.6%

Asian 2.4%

Native American 1.1%

Black 0.7%

Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12801 CENTERRA CT, Baker, LA 70714

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Central Private School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Tanglewood Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Baton Rouge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Central), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Intermediate School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Central), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Baker, see our Baker schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Central Intermediate School Central	1.2 mi	1,057	7.7
Central Middle School Central	1.3 mi	1,086	8.5
Tanglewood Elementary School Baton Rouge	2.4 mi	678	9.6
Central High School Baton Rouge	3.0 mi	1,605	7.0
ST ALPHONSUS LIGUORI SCHOOL Greenwell Springs	4.5 mi	335	5.7
Advantage Charter Academy Baker	4.2 mi	600	4.9
GEO Prep Baker Baker	4.2 mi	89	5.3
Greenbrier Elementary School Baton Rouge	4.9 mi	373	6.7
Sharon Hills Elementary School Baton Rouge	4.5 mi	245	5.3
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School Baker	4.5 mi	123	6.7
Forest Heights Academy of Excellence Baton Rouge	4.8 mi	364	7.0
Baker Middle School Baker	4.6 mi	161	3.3
Glen Oaks Park Elementary School Baton Rouge	5.2 mi	404	5.4
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baton Rouge	5.6 mi	231	6.0
Glen Oaks Senior High School Baton Rouge	5.2 mi	687	3.8
Park Forest Middle School Baton Rouge	5.7 mi	533	4.9
Park Forest Elementary School Baton Rouge	5.8 mi	483	7.4
Brownfields Elementary School Baker	5.1 mi	238	5.8
White Hills Elementary School Baker	5.1 mi	105	5.8
Bellingrath Hills Elementary School Greenwell Springs	5.4 mi	449	7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,333

Median Home Value

$158,800

Median Rent

$1,026/mo

Population

17,449

College Educated

24.8%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

22.4%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Central Private School

What grades does Central Private School serve?

Central Private School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Central Private School?

Central Private School has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Private School?

The student-teacher ratio at Central Private School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Central Private School rank in LA?

Central Private School ranks #87 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Central Private School's MySchoolScout rating?

Central Private School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Central Private School a private school?

Yes, Central Private School 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 Central Private School a religious school?

Central Private School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.