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#88 of 253 private schools in LA

Top 34% of private schools

Episcopal School of Acadiana

School

721 KALISTE SALOOM RD, Lafayette, LA 70508

Private

Enrollment

542

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#88 of 253

In Lafayette

#2 of 9

public schools

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Episcopal School of Acadiana

6.8/10

School in Lafayette · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Paul Breaux Middle School

2.9/10

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5.7/10

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About Episcopal School of Acadiana

Episcopal School of Acadiana is a private school in Lafayette, LA. Episcopal School of Acadiana serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Episcopal School of Acadiana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #88 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares0.5 pts above LA schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 6.1:1 students to teachers, Episcopal School of Acadiana sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Episcopal School of Acadiana 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 Episcopal School of Acadiana compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Lafayette, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
This School
vs
16.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
542
This School
vs
735
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.8% vs 0%
Asian 8.3% vs 0%
Black 4.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%
Episcopal School of Acadiana Lafayette Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Episcopal School of Acadiana (this school) 6.8
Paul Breaux Middle School 2.9
Edward J Sam Accelerated School of Lafayette 5.7
Lafayette Middle School 6.3
L.J. Alleman Middle School 7.6
Woodvale Elementary School 8.0
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School 7.2
Myrtle Place Elementary School 9.5
Corporal Michael Middlebrook Elementary School 6.6
Early College Academy 7.0
Lafayette High School 7.0
J.W. Faulk Elementary School 7.1
O. Comeaux High School 5.6
Willow Charter Academy 7.7
David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy 7.4
S.J. Montgomery Elementary School 5.0
Alice N. Boucher Elementary School 7.4
Northside High School 4.1
Broadmoor Elementary School 8.3
Edgar Martin Middle School 8.3
JCFA Lafayette 4.6

Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Lafayette

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)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.4 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,145.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 30%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 542
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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 82.8%
Asian 8.3%
Black 4.2%
Hispanic 2.4%
Two or More 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

721 KALISTE SALOOM RD, Lafayette, LA 70508

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Episcopal School of Acadiana may also want to explore other schools in the area. Myrtle Place Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodvale Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willow Charter Academy (rated 7.7/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Paul Breaux Middle School Lafayette 1.4 mi 2.9
Edward J Sam Accelerated School of Lafayette Lafayette 1.5 mi 5.7
GETHSEMANE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lafayette 1.5 mi
GETHSEMANE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lafayette 1.5 mi
CATHEDRAL-CARMEL SCHOOL Lafayette 2.1 mi 2.5
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School Lafayette 2.4 mi 7.2
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF ACADIANA Lafayette 2.4 mi 6.2
Lafayette Middle School Lafayette 2.3 mi 6.3
L.J. Alleman Middle School Lafayette 2.3 mi 7.6
Myrtle Place Elementary School Lafayette 2.6 mi 9.5
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lafayette 2.7 mi 4.8
Woodvale Elementary School Lafayette 2.4 mi 8.0
Corporal Michael Middlebrook Elementary School Lafayette 2.7 mi 6.6
TEURLINGS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lafayette 3.0 mi 4.6
J.W. Faulk Elementary School Lafayette 3.3 mi 7.1
Willow Charter Academy Lafayette 3.4 mi 7.7
O. Comeaux High School Lafayette 3.3 mi 5.6
REACH INSTITUTE Lafayette 3.1 mi
David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy Lafayette 3.5 mi 7.4
Northside High School Lafayette 3.6 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,017

Median Home Value

$299,200

Median Rent

$1,244/mo

Population

39,364

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

37.5

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School Rating
CENTRAL PRIVATE SCHOOL Baker, LA 6.8
FAMILY COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winnsboro, LA 6.7
Maurepas School Maurepas, LA 6.7
CEDAR CREEK SCHOOL Ruston, LA 6.9
Centerville High School Centerville, LA 6.9
Merryville High School Merryville, LA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Episcopal School of Acadiana

What grades does Episcopal School of Acadiana serve?

Episcopal School of Acadiana serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Episcopal School of Acadiana?

Episcopal School of Acadiana has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Episcopal School of Acadiana?

The student-teacher ratio at Episcopal School of Acadiana is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Episcopal School of Acadiana rank in LA?

Episcopal School of Acadiana ranks #88 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Episcopal School of Acadiana's MySchoolScout rating?

Episcopal School of Acadiana 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 Episcopal School of Acadiana a private school?

Yes, Episcopal School of Acadiana 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 Episcopal School of Acadiana a religious school?

Episcopal School of Acadiana has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
542
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
89
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
6.4 hours
Days Per Year
179 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Lafayette Parish

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