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#167 of 253 private schools in LA

Tallulah Academy

School

700 WOOD ST, Tallulah, LA 71282

Private

Enrollment

172

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Tallulah Academy

5.8/10

School in Tallulah · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Tallulah Elementary School

5.0/10

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4.9/10

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About Tallulah Academy

Tallulah Academy is a private school in Tallulah, LA. Tallulah Academy serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Tallulah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #167 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares0.5 pts below LA schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 172 students, Tallulah 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.

Tallulah 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

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How Tallulah Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Tallulah, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
172
This School
vs
266
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.3% vs 0%
Tallulah Academy Tallulah Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Tallulah Academy (this school) 5.8
Tallulah Elementary School 5.0
Christian Acres Alternative School 4.9
Madison Middle School 6.0
Madison High School 5.2
Wright Elementary School 4.7

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)
B 5.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 15%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 172
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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 91.9%
Hispanic 5.8%
Asian 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

700 WOOD ST, Tallulah, LA 71282

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tallulah Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. AGAPE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Vicksburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ALOYSIUS HIGH SCHOOL-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOO (rated 6.3/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Vicksburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Delhi Charter School (rated 6.0/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Delhi), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tallulah, see our Tallulah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Tallulah Elementary School Tallulah 0.2 mi 5.0
Christian Acres Alternative School Tallulah 0.9 mi 4.9
Madison Middle School Tallulah 1.5 mi 6.0
Wright Elementary School Tallulah 1.8 mi 4.7
Madison High School Tallulah 1.6 mi 5.2
BOWMAR AVENUE SCHOOL Vicksburg 17.8 mi 6.6
WARRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 18.6 mi 7.9
AGAPE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vicksburg 17.8 mi 6.9
VICKSBURG HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 18.0 mi 5.4
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Vicksburg 17.9 mi
Delhi Middle School Delhi 18.3 mi 4.1
VICKSBURG INTERMEDIATE Vicksburg 18.8 mi 5.6
DANA ROAD ELEMENTARY Vicksburg 18.8 mi 2.3
VICKSBURG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 18.4 mi 4.5
ST ALOYSIUS HIGH SCHOOL-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOO Vicksburg 18.6 mi 6.3
WARREN CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 18.6 mi 5.9
ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEM-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vicksburg 18.6 mi 6.5
Delhi Elementary School Delhi 18.7 mi 4.2
Delhi High School Delhi 18.7 mi 4.8
Delhi Charter School Delhi 18.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71282 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,344

Median Home Value

$91,200

Median Rent

$618/mo

Population

8,998

College Educated

13.5%

Homeownership

53.9%

Poverty Rate

37.9%

Median Age

34.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ACADIANA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Iberia, LA 6.0
Georgetown High School Georgetown, LA 6.0
HARVEST TIME CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Abbeville, LA 6.0
RIVERDALE ACADEMY Coushatta, LA 6.0
CLAIBORNE ACADEMY Haynesville, LA 6.1
ELEARNING ACADEMY OF HOUMA Houma, LA 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tallulah Academy

What grades does Tallulah Academy serve?

Tallulah Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Tallulah Academy?

Tallulah Academy has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tallulah Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Tallulah Academy is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Tallulah Academy rank in LA?

Tallulah Academy ranks #167 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Tallulah Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Tallulah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Tallulah Academy a private school?

Yes, Tallulah Academy 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 Tallulah Academy a religious school?

Tallulah Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
172
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Madison Parish

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