Calvary Baptist School

Calvary Baptist School

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
2401 General Degaulle Dr,  New Orleans, LA
3.0
3.1
Calvary Baptist School can be found at 2401 General De Gaulle Dr. in New Orleans’ Whitney neighborhood. This private parochial institution was established in 1982 and serves nearly 150 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The small enrollment is by choice so class sizes can be kept individualized and students can get the most from each course. Currently, the school boasts a student-to-teacher ratio of 10-to-1. Calvary Baptist School is dedicated to academics and uses technology like interactive white boards, classroom computers and iPads. All students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade use the school’s computer lab to learn keyboarding and research skills. In addition to academics, there are also extracurricular activities like the National Junior Beta Club, National Honor Society or sports like flag football and cheerleading. Uniforms are required by the school, and vendors for the official school logo can be found throughout Orleans Parish. As Calvary Baptist School is a private institution, an application and testing must be completed before attending the school.

School Details

Students
135
Head of School
Marsha Price
Student Teacher Ratio
4:1
Annual Tuition
$5,900
Religious Affiliation
Baptist

Niche Grade Details

Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
4:1
Teachers
15
Full Time Teachers
12
Part Time Teachers
3

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Student Diversity

Male
53.8%
Female
46.2%
Black
71.2%
White
19.2%
Two or more races
3.8%
Hispanic
3.8%
Asian
1.9%

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.0 2 Reviews
5.0 Works Here
5/22/2024
Calvary has small class sizes that allow each student to get the attention they need. The hands on activities and events make the school a great environment for children to learn and grow. The best part of Calvary is that Jesus is the center of everything. Weekly Chapel and everyday Bible activities keep Jesus in the center of everything.
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3.1 10 Reviews
1.0 other
8/28/2025
If your little isn’t absolutely perfect in every way, don’t waste your time… Their tolerance for my daughter is shockingly low especially for a school that teaches Christian principles.
1.0 parent
8/27/2025
Despite the religious setting and curriculum, the environment is far from supportive. The staff often communicates with parents in a condescending manner, and their expectations of the children are unrealistic. For example, 3-year-olds are treated as if they were 5 or 6 (expected to sit still for ex...
5.0 parent
12/17/2018
Great! The teachers are approachable and provide good feedback for me. Parent participation is welcome and encouraged. My son has learned a lot in the short time he’s been there. I’m very happy with this school
5.0 parent
10/17/2016
We LOVE our CBS family. Its a great school all around. Small class sizes are a plus. My only regret was not to put my daughter in this school sooner.

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Calvary Baptist School is a private Baptist school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 2401 General Degaulle Dr in New Orleans, LA. Annual tuition is $5,900. The school has a total enrollment of 135 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. The average home value in this area is $259,393. Discover additional schools in the area, like Calvary Christian School, Louise S. McGehee School, A Different World Academy, and more. Learn more about what New Orleans has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Calvary Baptist School.

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