Cathedral-carmel School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked LA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 819 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Cathedral-carmel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cathedral-carmel School
Pre-K	73
Kind	76
1	82
2	74
3	82
4	76
5	90
6	82
7	84
8	88
Ungraded	12

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Student Body

Total Students

819 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 22%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

42 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Cathedral-Carmel is an institution where excellence in Catholic education has been a tradition for 160 years! We are a co-educational elementary school serving PreK through 8th grades.
Established in 1846, CCS is the oldest school in Lafayette.
The administration, faculty, and staff are composed of lay and religious teachers and professionals distinguished with masters and masters-plus certification.
Our school is dedicated to the fulfillment of “teaching minds and touching hearts” through a faith-filled academic community in the tradition of the Sisters of Mount Carmel and the Christian Brothers of St. John Baptist de LaSalle.
Academics at Cathedral-Carmel School focuses upon the preparation of our students to become life-long learners.” We believe that the education students receive in elementary years is the fundamental and foundational basis for growth and achievement in their adult lives.
Cathedral-Carmel School offers a school environment that provides solid Christian values and morals, “state of the art” technology, and high academic standards.
We encourage you to visit our campus and experience for yourself why we say that at Cathedral-Carmel School our mission is “teaching minds and touching hearts.

Cathedral-Carmel is an institution where excellence in Catholic education has been a tradition for 160 years! We are a co-educational elementary school serving PreK through 8th grades.
Established in 1846, CCS is the oldest school in Lafayette.
The administration, faculty, and staff are composed of lay and religious teachers and professionals distinguished with masters and masters-plus certification.
Our school is dedicated to the fulfillment of “teaching minds and touching hearts” through a faith-filled academic community in the tradition of the Sisters of Mount Carmel and the Christian Brothers of St. John Baptist de LaSalle.
Academics at Cathedral-Carmel School focuses upon the preparation of our students to become life-long learners.” We believe that the education students receive in elementary years is the fundamental and foundational basis for growth and achievement in their adult lives.
Cathedral-Carmel School offers a school environment that provides solid Christian values and morals, “state of the art” technology, and high academic standards.
We encourage you to visit our campus and experience for yourself why we say that at Cathedral-Carmel School our mission is “teaching minds and touching hearts.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What schools are Cathedral-carmel School often compared to?

Cathedral-carmel School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Pius Elementary School by visitors of our site.

What is Cathedral-carmel School's ranking?

Cathedral-carmel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Cathedral-carmel School?

The application deadline for Cathedral-carmel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Cathedral-carmel School located?

Cathedral-carmel School is located in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood of Lafayette, LA. There are 2 other private schools located in Downtown Lafayette.

School Calendar

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Event

Date

Fall Break - NO SCHOOL

October 16, 2026 (Friday)

Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

Last Day of School / Early Dismissal

May 28, 2027 (Friday)

School Reviews

5 9/3/2020

Best school for developing every area of a students life. Competitive in all areas. Quality academics, great drama department and very competitive athletic program. Spirituality is the center of all things at Cathedral Carmel and the leadership from the Priests to the teachers is outstanding. They are approachable and relatable to the students. Finally, the students graduate well equipped for high school and life with the pride and traditions of having experienced an institution that has been in existence over 175 years. We had difficulty getting a spot for our children, while all other schools in the area had plenty of room. I suppose this is a testament to the greatness of the school. Advice: get your children on the list asap.

- Posted by Parent - James

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