Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,120
- Acceptance rate: 58%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Metairie Park Country Day School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,120
- Acceptance rate: 58%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Metairie Park Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
Creating, Developing, and Empowering Open Minds to Learn for Life
Student Body
Total Students
866 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 22%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
Average Class Size
12 students
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Art HistoryAP Biology
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science PrincipalsAP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and CompositionAP French Language
AP GovernmentAP Modern European History
AP PhysicsAP Spanish Language
AP StatisticsAP Studio Art 2D
AP Studio Art 3DAP US History
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,120
Tuition Notes
Pre-K $18,525
K $20,275
Grades 1-12 $25,120
1-12 18280
% on Financial Aid
22%
Acceptance Rate
58%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Cecilia Leon-Drago
Admissions Associate
Katie Harris
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Cajun
School Notes
- Metairie Park Country Day School is a coeducational, nonsectarian, college-preparatory elementary and secondary school, committed to education in its broadest sense.
- Metairie Park Country Day School enriches the lives of talented young people in a dynamic learning environment, building strength of intellect and strength of character within a community that is simultaneously challenging and supportive. Our students learn to be flexible, to be adaptable, and to face the challenges of life with honor, optimism, confidence, creativity, and a sense of humor. Country Day's cooperative learning environment encourages individual achievement, and fosters critical thinking, curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning for its own sake.
- The School and the family share responsibility for the development of students' personal, moral, and ethical values.
- Within this school community, students develop an appreciation for the feelings, perspectives, and needs of others, and a sense of responsibility to communities beyond Country Day.
- Metairie Park Country Day School is a coeducational, nonsectarian, college-preparatory elementary and secondary school, committed to education in its broadest sense.
- The School's mission is to prepare its students to excel in higher education and to succeed in a rapidly changing and culturally diverse world.
- Country Day's cooperative learning environment encourages individual achievement, and fosters critical thinking, curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning for its own sake.
- The School and the family share responsibility for the development of students' personal, moral, and ethical values.
- Within this school community, students develop an appreciation for the feelings, perspectives, and needs of others, and a sense of responsibility to communities beyond Country Day.
- Students learn to be flexible, to be adaptable, and to face the challenges of life with a sense of humor, with optimism, and with confidence.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Blake Amann '17: Fulbright Teaching Assistantship -
- Sydney Lee '18: Fulbright Teaching Assistantship -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Metairie Park Country Day School cost?
Metairie Park Country Day School's tuition is approximately $25,120 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Metairie Park Country Day School?
The acceptance rate of Metairie Park Country Day School is 58%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Metairie Park Country Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Louisiana with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Metairie Park Country Day School?
Metairie Park Country Day School famous alumni include: Blake Amann '17: Fulbright Teaching Assistantship and Sydney Lee '18: Fulbright Teaching Assistantship.
What sports does Metairie Park Country Day School offer?
Metairie Park Country Day School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Metairie Park Country Day School's ranking?
Metairie Park Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Metairie Park Country Day School?
The application deadline for Metairie Park Country Day School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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School Reviews
5 7/24/2015
Wonderful school and environment. Challenging academics and competitive athletics where everyone gets along and enjoys what Country Day has to offer. Small classes give students a chance to succeed while not getting lost in the numbers.
5 1/28/2012
Country Day is a fantastic school. The kids who go here grow up in a close community of friends, and it really feels like a family. The teachers work with the students to help them reach their full potential, and the school works around your child needs. I couldn't recommend a better school than Country Day, because there really isn't one. And there are more than 164 students. In total, i think there are almost 800 students including PK-12
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