Very Good
#29 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 11% of private schools
Metairie Park Country Day School
School
300 PARK RD, Metairie, LA 70005
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#29 of 253
In Metairie
#5 of 20
public schools
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Metairie Park Country Day School
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About Metairie Park Country Day School
Metairie Park Country Day School is a private school in Metairie, LA. Metairie Park Country Day School serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Metairie Park Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Metairie Park Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Metairie Park Country Day 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 Metairie Park Country Day School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Metairie, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Metairie Park Country Day School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies | 9.5 |
| J.C. Ellis School | 8.1 |
| Joseph C Moscona School | 4.1 |
| Marie B. Riviere Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies | 8.1 |
| East Jefferson High School | 3.5 |
| J.D. Meisler Middle School | 6.2 |
| Bridgedale Elementary School | 6.9 |
| T.H. Harris Middle School | 5.2 |
| Phoebe Hearst School | 4.1 |
| Rudolph Matas School | 6.8 |
| Alice Birney Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies | 9.1 |
| Harold Keller Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Green Park Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Bissonet Plaza School | 5.8 |
| John Q. Adams Middle School | 6.3 |
| Ralph J Bunche Elementary | 4.5 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
300 PARK RD, Metairie, LA 70005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Metairie Park Country Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Jefferson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Metairie, see our Metairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,048
Median Home Value
$381,000
Median Rent
$1,160/mo
Population
23,257
College Educated
50.2%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
46
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avoyelles Public Charter School Mansura, LA | 7.7 |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shreveport, LA | 7.7 |
| East Iberville Elementary/High School St. Gabriel, LA | 7.9 |
| ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART New Orleans, LA | 7.6 |
| Glenmora High School Glenmora, LA | 7.6 |
| Quitman High School Quitman, LA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Metairie Park Country Day School
What grades does Metairie Park Country Day School serve?
Metairie Park Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Metairie Park Country Day School?
Metairie Park Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Metairie Park Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Metairie Park Country Day School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Metairie Park Country Day School rank in LA?
Metairie Park Country Day School ranks #29 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Metairie Park Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Metairie Park Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Metairie Park Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Metairie Park Country Day 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 Metairie Park Country Day School a religious school?
No, Metairie Park Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 700
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
- (504) 849-3100
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