St. Edward The Confessor School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-7
Enrollment: 338 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,995
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 13 / Jan. 17
Source: ✓Verified school update

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St. Edward The Confessor School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Cognia
National Middle School Association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-7

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Edward The Confessor School
Nursery	24
Pre-K	50
Kind	31
1	27
2	28
3	27
4	45
5	45
6	28
7	33

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Year Founded

1965

Colors

black and gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Wed. May 26, 2027

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2003

Campus Size

8 acres

Student Body

Total Students

338 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

16%

State avg.: 22%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

24%

Average Class Size

16 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 13 / Jan. 17

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,995

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Tuition Notes

Easy financing available; generous discounts for multiple children and registered, active, supporting parishioners

Summer Program Cost

$350

Summer Program Cost Notes

--per course

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,500

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Barbara Martin

Admissions Associate

Kathy Duffy

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballBowling

CheeringCross Country

Flag FootballFootball

SoccerVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

18 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Altar ServersBuilder's Club

Chess ClubClown Ministry

Lego ClubLibrary Club

Math & Language Arts LeagueMission Club

NewspaperQuiz Bowl Team

RIght to Life ClubSpanish Club

Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChorale

Comics ClubHandbell Choir

Readers' Theatre

School Notes

Based on the belief that God is the center of all being, the staff of St. Edward the Confessor School strives to foster the spiritual, intellectual, personal, social, creative, and physical development of each child.
The faculty hopes to instill in each student the concept that religion is a way of life; enabling practice of Christian values with a sense of justice, service, and democracy in an ever changing society.
St. Edward provides an environment for teaching Christian faith, making participation in the liturgy and reception of the sacraments accessible to the students.
The school's curriculum, geared to welcome diversity and promote each child's unique talent and ability, imparts knowledge tempered by ethics, individuality, love of learning, and self-discipline.
The faculty attempts to develop in each student a positive self-concept and a healthy curiosity so that educational and spiritual growth continues beyond the walls of this school.

School Motto: Faith*Family*Futures
School Mascot: Eagles

We are a traditional Catholic school with a time-tested and time-proven curriculum. We seek to prepare our students for rich Catholic lives, as well as for smooth entrance into competitive-admission area Catholic high schools. Our students work very hard, have a significant amount of homework, learn proper manners and etiquette, participate widely in community service, and distinguish themselves in the arts, athletics, and leadership. Our students and families enjoy many activities together and interact in an atmosphere of mutual respect. Our staff is experienced, and our curriculumm is rigorous.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Edward The Confessor School cost?

St. Edward The Confessor School's tuition is approximately $6,995 for private students and $350 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Edward The Confessor School?

The acceptance rate of St. Edward The Confessor School is 85%, which is equal to the national average of 85%.

What sports does St. Edward The Confessor School offer?

St. Edward The Confessor School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Soccer and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for St. Edward The Confessor School?

The application deadline for St. Edward The Confessor School is Dec. 13 / Jan. 17.

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