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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding 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 200-400 students (out of 107 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1963
1909
Campus Size
150 acres
125 acres
Colors
White, Navy Blue
Student Body
Enrollment
193 students
300 students
% Students of Color
31%
25%
% International Students
13%
20%
% Students Boarding
40%
70%
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1160 - 1380
-
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
17
17
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
70%
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$52,400
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$19,400
$33,500
Tuition international students
$58,300
$53,975
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 13 / rolling
Jan. 15
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
17
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
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
11
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
28
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
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
Arts and Music Programs:
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. Boarding 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 online inquiry form 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 Boarding 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, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is La Lumiere School's ranking?
La Lumiere School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small student body (number of students) and Small average class sizes.
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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