Archbishop Shaw has offered a quality college preparatory education to boys on the Westbank since 1962.
Archbishop Shaw High School is an Archdiocesan school administered under the auspices of the Salesians of St. John Bosco.
It is approved by the Louisiana State Department of Education and the Southern Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,100
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Archbishop Shaw High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Year Founded
1962
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Campus Size
72 acres
Student Body
Total Students
367 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
55%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
7 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,100
Admissions Director
Mr. Matthew Ducote
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
- Archbishop Shaw has offered a quality college preparatory education to boys on the Westbank since 1962.
- Archbishop Shaw High School is an Archdiocesan school administered under the auspices of the Salesians of St. John Bosco.
- It is approved by the Louisiana State Department of Education and the Southern Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Archbishop Shaw High School cost?
Archbishop Shaw High School's tuition is approximately $10,100 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Archbishop Shaw High School?
The application deadline for Archbishop Shaw High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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