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Alexandria Country Day School

5603 Bayou Rapides Rd
Alexandria, LA 71303
Founded in 1969 as Alexandria Academy, Alexandria Country Day School is an important part of our community and offers the premier educational opportunity in Central Louisiana.
It is an institution with a rich tradition of academic excellence, a strong sense of purpose, and a supportive community of faculty, staff, students, family, and friends.
At Country Day, we are not only committed to providing a rigorous academic curriculum, but also extra and co-curricular activities that complement the learning environment.
Our students achieve success both in the classroom and on many fields, courts, and stages.
The staff of Alexandria Country Day School will offer all students the opportunity of mastering basic skills in a safe, orderly environment that reflects the values of work, courtesy, respect, and responsibility.
A well-balanced curriculum that provides for high levels of academic performance will be presented in a manner that enables students to be successful academically, creatively, and socially.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked LA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 581 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Alexandria Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1969

Student Body

Total Students
581 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Alexandria Country Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$7,800 (PreK3 – 10th); $6,985 (11th – 12th)
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School Notes

  • School Motto: 'to provide a challenging learning culture where all students can become Creative, Innovative, Future Leaders.'
  • Founded in 1969 as Alexandria Academy, Alexandria Country Day School is an important part of our community and offers the premier educational opportunity in Central Louisiana. It is an institution with a rich tradition of academic excellence, a strong sense of purpose, and a supportive community of faculty, staff, students, family, and friends. At Country Day, we are not only committed to providing a rigorous academic curriculum, but also extra and co-curricular activities that complement the learning environment. Our students achieve success both in the classroom and on many fields, courts, and stages. The staff of Alexandria Country Day School will offer all students the opportunity of mastering basic skills in a safe, orderly environment that reflects the values of work, courtesy, respect, and responsibility. A well-balanced curriculum that provides for high levels of academic performance will be presented in a manner that enables students to be successful academically, creatively, and socially.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Alexandria Country Day School often compared to?
Alexandria Country Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Grace Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Alexandria Country Day School's ranking?
Alexandria Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Alexandria Country Day School?
The application deadline for Alexandria Country Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked LA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 581 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Louisiana is $9,627 for elementary schools and $11,114 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Louisiana is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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