The Top 10 Richest Schools In Louisiana – Tuition & Fees

The American Institutes for Research is  - Private School vs. Public School “The diversity of public school is a strength.” Robert Pianta, professor of early childhood education and founding director of the Center for Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning at the University of Virginia, says parents should be “clear about the specific benefits that they are seeking for their child.”

“When you compare children who went to private school (for an average of six years) with those who only went to public school, any apparent benefits of private schooling – higher test scores, for example – are entirely attributable to parents’ education and income,” he says. “The fact that they went to private school does not account for any differences we might see.”

Christopher Lubienski, a professor at Indiana University and co-author of the book, “The Public School Advantage: Why Public Schools Outperform Private Schools,” agrees, saying, “Whether it’s a public or private school is not necessarily the defining factor. Private schools tend to score better on tests. … But we found that family background differences more than explain the difference between public and private school test scores.”

The costs of educating our children's schooling are typically higher for private institutions that usually offer exceptional academic qualities, and a smaller student body, which makes for a better learning environment. This is because private schools have more money, which allows for more resources. Are private schools better overall? According to experts, yes and no. Bottom line, do your research and do what's best for your kids.

I've had one child attend a private school and another public. I can honestly say, I was happy with both and my children benefited from both. For example, my son attended a private schools St. Louis Catholic High School (A - #1 Parish -#12 state.) Louisiana Christian College (B, #7 State.) My daughter goes to public T.S. Cooley Elementary a public school. It outperforms St.Louis ranking 9th in the state for growth and performance. She went on to F.K. White Middle/TELC/Gifted program (B - #2 Parish - #121 state) and currently taking all Advanced and AP courses at Barbe High School (B+ - #1 in Parish -/#49 state)

From my perspective, I found the public school had just as many clubs, sports, theater, art, band, and academic opportunities (AP classes, Gifted and Spark, high school, and college credit courses) as the private institutions.

So, at the end of the day, considering private vs. public comes down to your child's individual mental, physical, and educational needs, the school districts, and teacher certification, not to mention your bank account. The good news is, that both learning options have programs to help children succeed including, disability services, grants, vouchers, and scholarships. In the meantime, if you are looking for the best private school educational institutions in the state: HERE ARE THE TOP 10 RICHEST SCHOOLS IN LOUISIANA

ELEMENTARY

• EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF BATON ROUGE - TUITION - $11,800 to $19,800 (+$756)

3200 Woodland Ridge Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Episcopal is a private educational institution and community in Baton Rouge, catering to PreK–3 through 12th-grade students.

• DUNHAM SCHOOL - TUITION - $11,465 to $18,460

11111 Roy Emerson Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70810
The Dunham School has been an Apple Distinguished School since 2011. In 2017, Gallup recognized Dunham as one of the nation's most creative schools. STEM instruction and the MacBook program, students actively engage in their learning experiences.

• MCGEHEE SCHOOL - TUITION  $17,000 to $21,500

2343 Prytania Street New Orleans, LA 70130
McGehee is a prestigious, independent educational institution that offers a full education to female students. The school firmly embraces qualified girls from all races, religions, nationalities, and ethnicities as part of its commitment to fostering diversity and inclusivity.

MIDDLE SCHOOLS

• ISIDORE NEWMAN SCHOOL - TUITION - $28,587 to $29,337 (Additional refund insurance fee of $183)

1903 Jefferson Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115
In the vibrant Uptown area of New Orleans, Newman represents a unique educational establishment. It proudly holds the distinction of being the only accredited non-sectarian, independent day school that provides coeducational opportunities throughout the entire city.

• EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF ACADIANA - TUITION $20,500 per year.

1557 Smede Rd. At HWY. 92 Broussard, LA, USA 70518

Episcopal School of Acadiana is a private coeducational day school catering to K-12 students. Its primary objective is to nurture qualities of study and honor within each student.

• ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART - $21,155, (8th-grade tuition is $21,255)

Rosary Campus 4521 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115
Mater Campus 4301 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115

Sacred Heart is a member of a network of 25 schools located throughout North America. The school places a significant emphasis on cultivating self-awareness and promoting an understanding of the world.

HIGH SCHOOLS 

• METAIRIE PARK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL -TUITION $18,525 and $25,120
• Additional expenses encompass meals and snacks ($1,730), technology and maintenance ($1,800), excursions ($800), optional tuition insurance policy reimbursement ($850 to $1,500 per family for one-way and roundtrip coverage), as well as bus service ($850 to $1,500). Additionally, a $1,000 enrollment deposit is necessary

300 Park Road, Metairie, LA 70005
Metairie Park Country Day School is an independent, coeducational, and nondenominational school. The school places great importance on fostering curiosity, critical thinking, character development, and good citizenship as essential qualities for all graduates. Across the curriculum, students can access various honors courses and 17 different Advanced Placement options.

• ST. MARTIN EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - TUITION $26,400
• $500 enrollment fee. There is a mandatory $250 per student technology fee and a $200 security fee.

225 Green Acres Road, Metairie LA 70003
St. Martin's is an autonomous, coeducational educational institution that provides a comprehensive college-preparatory education to students from 8 weeks old to 12. The school places great importance The St. Martin's Innovation and Design program is designed to foster the overall development of each individual by equipping students with problem-solving techniques and attitudes necessary for success in college and beyond.

• ASCENSION EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - $17,500
• Additional costs include a $250 tuition reimbursement plan, a $300 laptop rental fee, a $500 registration fee, and a $350 technology fee.

1800 Chemin Metairie Parkway, Youngsville, LA 70592
Ascension Episcopal School is committed to offering a comprehensive liberal arts education that nurtures the whole child. The school offers diverse opportunities in academics, athletics, the arts, and community service, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience.

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY

• TULANE UNIVERSITY - TUITION Residence for upper-level students: $87,246; commuters: $73,458
• These expenses cover housing, food, transportation, books and supplies, tuition and fees, and miscellaneous expenses.

6823 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118
Tulane University was initially established as The Medical College of Louisiana, specifically focusing on training doctors to combat cholera and yellow fever. Today, the University embraces its distinctive history, location, culture, and organizational structure, enabling it to dismantle conventional academic barriers.

CENTENARY COLLEGE OF LOUISIANA - TUITION $60,960

•  Living off-campus will have a slightly lower cost of $58,100.
• Students staying home can anticipate a significantly reduced tuition fee of $50,800.

2911 Centenary Boulevard Shreveport, LA 71104
Centenary College has established a solid foundation in liberal arts education. It is deeply committed to providing learning experiences inside and outside the classroom, within the community, and across the globe. Students at Centenary are expected to communicate effectively through clear writing and speaking.

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY NEW ORLEANS - TUITION $47,740; for residents, it is $62,240.

6363 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118
Loyola University New Orleans is dedicated to providing a comprehensive education for its academic community as a Catholic and Jesuit institution. The institution welcomes students from all backgrounds and gives them the tools they need to lead fulfilling lives in the service of others.