Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Southside Christian Academy
About the School
- Southside Christian Academy in Duson, LA enrolls 12 students across grades PK through 3 in a Christian–affiliated, urban setting.
- The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 2 teachers serving its small student body.
- Southside Christian Academy reports a student population that is 66.7% students of color, ranking in the top 20% for diversity among Louisiana private schools.
- The school is a co–educational program offering elementary–level education within a smaller community context. Southside Christian Academy is a member of other religious school associations and provides education with a Christian orientation.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Southside Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 22%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Southside Christian Academy often compared to?
Southside Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Southside Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Southside Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: Southside Christian Academy vs. Lafayette Christian Academy
The nearest high school to Southside Christian Academy is Westminster Christian Academy Lafayette (4.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Elementary School (3.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Fisher Early Childhood Development Center (2.7 miles away)
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Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 120 students
Daycare / Preschool
230 Ridge Road
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 984-9625
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 316 students
Catholic
1301 Old Spanish Trl
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 504-3400
Distance: 4.2 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 85 students
100 Felicie Dr
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 257-5210
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 540 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
111 Goshen Lane
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 988-6489
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 438 students
Christian
111 Goshen Ln
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 988-6489
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 540 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
111 Goshen Lane
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 988-6489
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 438 students
Christian
111 Goshen Ln
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 988-6489
Distance: 5.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 928 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 16
Catholic
450 E Farrel Rd
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 988-3700
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 739 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 14
Episcopal
1030 Johnston Street
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 233-9748
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: PK-11 | 271 students
Baptist
201 W Convent St
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 237-1546
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 316 students
Catholic
1301 Old Spanish Trl
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 504-3400
Distance: 4.2 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 85 students
100 Felicie Dr
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 257-5210
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 540 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
111 Goshen Lane
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 988-6489
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 438 students
Christian
111 Goshen Ln
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 988-6489
Distance: 5.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 888 students
Catholic
2315 Johnston St
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 235-2464
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 120 students
Daycare / Preschool
230 Ridge Road
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 984-9625
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 316 students
Catholic
1301 Old Spanish Trl
Scott, LA 70583
(337) 504-3400
Distance: 4.2 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 85 students
100 Felicie Dr
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 257-5210
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 540 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
111 Goshen Lane
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 988-6489
Distance: 4.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 438 students
Christian
111 Goshen Ln
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 988-6489
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2645 South Fieldspan Road
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7890
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7890
1.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 442 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2901 South Fieldspan Road
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7800
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7800
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 592 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
(Math: 43% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 Rue Du Belier
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7950
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7950
2.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,652 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
(Math: 50% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2845 Ridge Rd.
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7630
Duson, LA 70529
(337) 521-7630
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 564 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 Rue Du Belier
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7790
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 521-7790
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 663 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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