Approved schools must meet curriculum requirements in line with public schools in the state. Non-approved schools can offer any curriculum but must limit class size to 35 students, except in large activity courses such as band and physical education.

Schools receiving state, local, or federal funding must hire certified teachers. Schools not receiving government funding can hire teachers at their discretion.

In Louisiana, school lunch requirements, including funding for schools offering the National School Lunch Program, are managed by the Department of Education.

Schools must operate at least 180 days per year. School days must include 330 minutes of instruction per day.

All schools must maintain student registration, attendance, and health records and report to the state each year.

Students must be immunized, unless medically or religiously exempt, and provide documentation to the school.

Parish and city school boards must provide free transportation for nonpublic school students attending approved schools, providing the school does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, or national origin. If a parish or city school board determines transportation by bus is impractical, not available, or unwarranted, the board may utilize common carriers.

Students are required to pass state standardized tests to earn a standard state diploma.