Below Average
#225 of 253 private schools in LA
Sandy Lake Christian Academy
School
1676 HWY 126, Jonesville, LA 71343
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#225 of 253
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Sandy Lake Christian Academy
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About Sandy Lake Christian Academy
Sandy Lake Christian Academy is a private school in Jonesville, LA. Sandy Lake Christian Academy serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandy Lake Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Sandy Lake Christian Academy 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 7.7:1 students to teachers, Sandy Lake Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sandy Lake Christian Academy 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 Sandy Lake Christian Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Jonesville, LA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Jonesville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sandy Lake Christian Academy (this school) | 4.8 |
| Jonesville Elementary School | 2.9 |
| Block High School | 5.3 |
| Central High School | 7.8 |
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
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
1676 HWY 126, Jonesville, LA 71343
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandy Lake Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Central High School (rated 7.8/10, 24.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monterey High School (rated 7.4/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Monterey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harrisonburg High School (rated 5.6/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Harrisonburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jonesville, see our Jonesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jonesville Elementary School Jonesville | 5.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Block High School Jonesville | 5.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Harrisonburg High School Harrisonburg | 7.2 mi | 5.6 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jena | 13.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Jena Junior High School Jena | 14.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Jena High School Jena | 14.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Jena Elementary School Jena | 14.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Monterey High School Monterey | 18.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Sicily Island High School Sicily Island | 17.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Goodpine Middle School Jena | 16.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Nebo Elementary School Jena | 17.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Fellowship Elementary School Trout | 18.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Delta Charter School MST Ferriday | 18.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Concordia Education Center Ferriday | 19.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Ferriday Junior High School Ferriday | 19.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Ferriday Upper Elementary School Ferriday | 19.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Ferriday High School Ferriday | 19.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Ferriday Lower Elementary School Ferriday | 19.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Central High School Jonesville | 24.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Fort Necessity School Fort Necessity | 25.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71343 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,362
Median Home Value
$85,700
Median Rent
$849/mo
Population
6,571
College Educated
17.1%
Homeownership
78.8%
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Concordia Education Center Ferriday, LA | 4.7 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Port Barre, LA | 5.0 |
| LIFE OF CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Orleans, LA | 5.0 |
| PREVAILING FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Monroe, LA | 6.1 |
| OASIS OF LOVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Natchitoches, LA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandy Lake Christian Academy
What grades does Sandy Lake Christian Academy serve?
Sandy Lake Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Sandy Lake Christian Academy?
Sandy Lake Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandy Lake Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandy Lake Christian Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sandy Lake Christian Academy rank in LA?
Sandy Lake Christian Academy ranks #225 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Sandy Lake Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sandy Lake Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sandy Lake Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Sandy Lake Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sandy Lake Christian Academy a religious school?
Sandy Lake Christian Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Pentecostal
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 144 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Catahoula Parish
- Phone
- (318) 339-8052
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