Claiborne Academy, located in Haynesville, LA, serves 195 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural, nonsectarian setting.
Founded in 1969, the school offers a co–educational regular elementary and secondary program.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, with a total of 18 teachers supporting an enrollment of 179 K–12 students.
Student diversity includes approximately 1.13 percent students of color within the student body.
is one of several rural PK–12 private schools in the Haynesville area, alongside schools like Mt. Olive Christian School and Glenbrook School.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
195 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Claiborne Academy’s mission is to develop to the fullest possible extent the talents and abilities of all students.
- School Mascot: Rebels
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Claiborne Academy often compared to?
Claiborne Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Olive Christian School, Glenbrook School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Claiborne Academy?
The application deadline for Claiborne Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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