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#90 of 253 private schools in LA

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The Church Academy

Elementary School

13423 HWY 431, Saint Amant, LA 70774

Private

Enrollment

127

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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The Church Academy

6.8/10

Elementary School in Saint Amant · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lake Elementary School

9.1/10

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St. Amant High School

7.4/10

1.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About The Church Academy

The Church Academy is a private elementary school in Saint Amant, LA. The Church Academy serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Church Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #90 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 127 students, The Church 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, The Church Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Church 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.

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 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,295
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
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 127
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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)

Hispanic 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

13423 HWY 431, Saint Amant, LA 70774

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Church Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby St. Amant), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sugar Mill Primary (rated 8.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Prairieville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairieville Primary School (rated 8.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Prairieville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Amant, see our Saint Amant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Lake Elementary School St. Amant 0.5 mi 9.1
St. Amant High School St. Amant 1.7 mi 7.4
Central Middle School Gonzales 2.1 mi 8.7
Central Primary School Gonzales 2.2 mi 8.2
Galvez Primary School Prairieville 2.6 mi 7.9
St. Amant Middle School St. Amant 3.1 mi 9.2
St. Amant Primary School St. Amant 3.1 mi 8.5
Lakeside Primary School Prairieville 3.4 mi 7.7
ASCENSION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, ELEMENTARY Gonzales 3.5 mi 6.5
Galvez Middle School Prairieville 3.8 mi 9.0
Gonzales Primary School Gonzales 3.6 mi 8.3
East Ascension High School Gonzales 3.8 mi 6.7
Pecan Grove Primary School Gonzales 3.9 mi 8.7
GONZALES BAPTIST ACADEMY Gonzales 4.5 mi
G. W. Carver Primary School Gonzales 4.6 mi 7.1
Sugar Mill Primary Prairieville 4.6 mi 8.9
Prairieville Primary School Prairieville 4.9 mi 8.9
French Settlement High School French Settlement 4.9 mi 7.0
Gonzales Middle School Gonzales 5.1 mi 9.3
French Settlement Elementary School French Settlement 5.0 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70774 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,466

Median Home Value

$243,600

Median Rent

$1,073/mo

Population

10,093

College Educated

14.4%

Homeownership

88.2%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Church Academy

What grades does The Church Academy serve?

The Church Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend The Church Academy?

The Church Academy has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Church Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at The Church Academy is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Church Academy rank in LA?

The Church Academy ranks #90 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is The Church Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

The Church Academy 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 The Church Academy a private school?

Yes, The Church Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Church Academy a religious school?

The Church Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
127
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ascension Parish

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