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La Lumiere School Photo #7 - Whether in the classroom, on the playing field, or in the community, students' days are filled with activities that are designed to structure their time, helping them make the most of their high school experience. La Lumiere offers elective classes, activities, and community service opportunities that play an important role in each student's day-to-day life at the school.

La Lumiere School

6801 N. Wilhelm Road
La Porte, IN 46350
La Lumiere School is a private, independent boarding and day school founded in 1963, located in La Porte, Indiana. Our close-knit community is a rich mosaic of exceptional students, all with the common goal of becoming the best version of ourselves.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 193 students
  • Yearly Tuition (ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students): $52,400
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $19,400
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 13 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

La Lumiere School ranks among the top 10 schools with < 200 students (out of 82 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Student Test Scores
Student Test Scores

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2025 School Data
La Lumiere School
ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12, PG
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1963
1907
Campus Size
150 acres
125 acres
Colors
White, Navy Blue

Student Body

Enrollment
193 students
315 students
% Students of Color
31%
27%
% International Students
13%
21%
% Students ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø
40%
70%
Average SAT Score
1280
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1160 - 1380
-
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Average Class Size
10 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
17
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
73%
Summer Program Offered
Yes

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students)
$52,400
$68,420
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$19,400
$37,600
Tuition international students
$58,300
$59,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No

Admissions

Application Deadline
Jan. 13 / rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application ( and/or )
No
Director of Admissions
Mary Pickens Corsones
Associate Director of Admissions
Jay Blakely
Application URL

Course Listings

List of Courses Offered

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
17
18
Courses
Advanced BiologyAdvanced Chemistry
Advanced Projects in ArtAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Comparative Government
AP Computer Science AAP English Literature and Composition
AP French Language and CultureAP Music Theory
AP Physics IAP Physics II
AP PsychologyAP Spanish Language and Culture
AP StatisticsAP US Government
AP US HistoryAP World History

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
28
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Academic CouncilAcademic Decathlon
Academic Super BowlActivities Council
Ambassadors ClubBig Brother/Sister
Faith CouncilGardening Club
History ClubHospitality Council
Humane Society Commnity ServiceNursing Home Community Service
Photography ClubPrefect Council
Reading ClubResidential Life Council
Science OlympiadServiam Council
Ultimate Frisbee Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Drama ClubFine Arts Council
The Movie Music of John Williams


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Focus- school yearbookYoga Club

School Notes

  • La Lumiere School is a private, independent boarding and day school founded in 1963, located in La Porte, Indiana. Our close-knit community is a rich mosaic of exceptional students, all with the common goal of personal excellence. We pride ourselves on meeting each student where they are and providing them with the tools they need to accomplish meaningful success.
  • With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, robust academics, a fully staffed student support center, and superb college placement, La Lumiere students, who come from diverse states and countries, enjoy a level of personalized attention that simply does not exist at larger schools.
  • Our campus is located just 10 miles from the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan and 60 minutes from downtown Chicago, and neighbors charming beach and countryside communities in both Indiana and Michigan. ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø students are able to take advantage of this locale via frequent weekend trips to the beaches, towns, and orchards nearby, and are also able to take day trips to Chicago.
  • To learn more about La Lumiere School, please fill out our  or call us at (219) 326-7450 to set up an appointment and tour our beautiful 190-acre wooded campus.
  • La Lumiere School accreditations: Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS), The Association of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Schools (TABS), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Roberts '73 - The Chief Justice of the United States of America
    • Jim Gaffigan '84 - Actor, Comedian
    • Paris Barclay '74 - Television Director and Producer
    • Jaren Jackson Jr. '17 - NBA Player
    • Jordan Poole - NBA Player
  • School Mascot: Lakers
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does La Lumiere School cost?
La Lumiere School's tuition is approximately $52,400 for boarding students and $19,400 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from La Lumiere School?
La Lumiere School famous alumni include: John Roberts '73, Jim Gaffigan '84, Paris Barclay '74, Jaren Jackson Jr. '17 and Jordan Poole.
What sports does La Lumiere School offer?
La Lumiere School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is La Lumiere School's ranking?
La Lumiere School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large student body (number of students), High average SAT scores and High ACT scores.
When is the application deadline for La Lumiere School?
The application deadline for La Lumiere School is Jan. 13 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 13 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 193 students
  • Yearly Tuition (ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students): $52,400
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $19,400
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 13 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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