Very Good
#31 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 12% of private schools
Mt Olive Christian School
School
15349 HWY 9, Athens, LA 71003
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#31 of 253
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Mt Olive Christian School
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About Mt Olive Christian School
Mt Olive Christian School is a private school in Athens, LA. Mt Olive Christian School serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Olive Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Mt Olive Christian School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Mt Olive Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mt Olive Christian 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.
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
15349 HWY 9, Athens, LA 71003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt Olive Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Simsboro High School (rated 8.2/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Simsboro), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gibsland-Coleman High School (rated 7.0/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Gibsland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CLAIBORNE ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Haynesville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Athens, see our Athens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gibsland-Coleman High School Gibsland | 8.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Crawford Elementary School Arcadia | 9.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Arcadia High School Arcadia | 9.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Homer High School Homer | 10.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Homer Junior High School Homer | 10.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Homer Elementary School Homer | 10.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CLAIBORNE ACADEMY Haynesville | 15.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Webster Junior High School Minden | 14.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Simsboro High School Simsboro | 15.8 mi | 8.2 |
| E. S. Richardson Elementary School Minden | 15.3 mi | 3.8 |
| J. A. Phillips Elementary School Minden | 15.4 mi | 5.3 |
| J. L. Jones Elementary School Minden | 15.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Minden High School Minden | 15.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Elementary School Dubberly | 17.2 mi | 5.1 |
| GLENBROOK SCHOOL Minden | 16.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Bienville High School Bienville | 20.4 mi | — |
| Lakeside Junior-Senior High School Sibley | 18.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Haynesville Elementary School Haynesville | 21.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Summerfield High School Summerfield | 21.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Haynesville Jr./Sr. High School Haynesville | 22.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,173
Median Home Value
$91,300
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
753
College Educated
26.2%
Homeownership
63.5%
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
40.8
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|---|---|
| LAKESIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Slidell, LA | 7.8 |
| ST MICHAEL SPECIAL SCHOOL New Orleans, LA | 7.9 |
| Grand Isle High School Grand Isle, LA | 7.4 |
| RIDGEWOOD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Metairie, LA | 8.3 |
| South Cameron High School Grand Chenier, LA | 8.3 |
| GENEVA ACADEMY West Monroe, LA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt Olive Christian School
What grades does Mt Olive Christian School serve?
Mt Olive Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Mt Olive Christian School?
Mt Olive Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Olive Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt Olive Christian School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mt Olive Christian School rank in LA?
Mt Olive Christian School ranks #31 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Mt Olive Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt Olive Christian 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 Mt Olive Christian School a private school?
Yes, Mt Olive Christian 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 Mt Olive Christian School a religious school?
Mt Olive Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 135
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Claiborne Parish
- Phone
- (318) 560-1187
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