Louisiana Key Academy

Merakey in Baton Rouge provides specialized education and behavioral health services for children with autism and developmental challenges. We use evidence-based methods and low student-teacher ratios to help students build independence and social-emotional skills. With over 660 locations nationwide, our Baton Rouge team brings a depth of experience to helping families navigate special needs care.

A Different World Academy opened in 2003 in Marrero with 10 students, including our founders' two daughters, and today serves kindergarten through 12th grade from our campus on Bellemeade Boulevard in Gretna. We call our model a Homeschool Away from Home: a Christian private school with live, traditional classroom instruction using the Abeka curriculum, combined with computer instruction. Classes are small, and we offer one-on-one student-teacher instruction, individual assessments, annual testing and AP courses. We serve gifted and talented students and students on the autism spectrum, and IEPs are welcome. A year-round program lets students who are a grade or two behind catch up and graduate on time, and we offer after-school tutoring and grade-level testing. We are accredited by the National Association of Private Schools. Each summer we run a day camp at $60 a week with academic enrichment, field trips, science dissection, music and dance, arts and crafts, and breakfast and lunch included. Our graduates have gone on to colleges, universities and the military.

Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy (ARCA) is a tuition-free charter school dedicated to serving students from grades K-12, with a mission to foster excellence in education while nurturing the unique potential of each child. The school is committed to supporting a diverse range of learners, including those with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional students, ensuring that every child receives the individualized attention they need to thrive. At ARCA, the educational approach is rooted in high expectations and character development, complemented by tech-based instruction and data-driven strategies that prepare students for college, careers, and active citizenship. The school prides itself on its low student-teacher ratio and strong family partnerships that create a supportive community environment. This collaborative effort not only enhances academic achievement but also instills essential life skills, empowering students to become compassionate and contributing members of society. With specialized facilities and a culture that emphasizes community involvement, ARCA stands out as a nurturing space where every student is encouraged to excel both academically and personally.