Calvary provides PreK through 8th grades. Our students leave Calvary after 8th grade and get accepted in schools like Shaw, Academy of Our Lady, Dominican, & Thomas Jefferson High, just to name a few.
Calvary utilizes the A Beka, McGraw-Hill Math, & ACSI curricula and all new students must pass a comprehensive entrance exam.
Christian education extends beyond the development of skills and the acquisition of knowledge.
Developing a love for Jesus Christ and a value system based upon God's word are integral parts of our curriculum.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,200
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Calvary Baptist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
93 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
85%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Marsha Price
Admissions Associate
Stephanie Forbes
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Junior Beta Club
Junior Beta Club
School Notes
- Calvary provides PreK through 8th grades. Our students leave Calvary after 8th grade and get accepted in schools like Shaw, Academy of Our Lady, Dominica & Thomas Jefferson High, just to name a few. Calvary Baptist School believes Christian education extends beyond the development of skills and the acquisition of knowledge. Developing a love for Jesus Christ and a value system based upon God's word are integral parts of our curriculum.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Calvary Baptist School cost?
Calvary Baptist School's tuition is approximately $6,200 for private students.
What sports does Calvary Baptist School offer?
Calvary Baptist School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only.
When is the application deadline for Calvary Baptist School?
The application deadline for Calvary Baptist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Calvary Baptist School located?
Calvary Baptist School is located in the Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans, LA.
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