Catholic High School

1301 Delasalle Drive New Iberia, LA 70560
www.chspanthers.com

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked LA School
  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 614 students
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked LA School
  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 614 students
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1918
Colors
Red, White

Student Body

Total Students
614 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 22%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$5,058-$5,683, with discounts for siblings, and bursaries available
Admissions Director
Brandon Potier
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
4H ClubBeta Club
Campus Ministry TeamKey Club
Math ClubMu Alpha Theta
National Honors SocietyOctagon Club
Robotics ClubStudent Council


Arts and Music Programs:
Art and Literary RallyMusic Ministry
Panther Band

School Notes

  • Catholic High School.
  • dedicated to the development of 4th to 12th grade students through academic excellence and Christ centered values rooted in caring discipline, compassion, and zeal.
  • Success for all learners is the vision of Catholic High, New Iberia.
  • We seek to inspire our students to become confident, self-directed, lifelong learners who keep Christ at the center of their words and actions.
  • School Mascot: Panther
  • Catholic High offers a challenging, up-to-date curriculum that servesto engage and inspire students at all abilities and grade levels. We instillcritical thinking, collaboration, and information and medialiteracy skills at all levels. Academic excellence is assured through rigorous courses, technology integration, cross-curricular activities, and teacher professional development.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Catholic High School often compared to?
Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Acadiana Christian School, Highland Baptist Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Catholic High School offer?
Catholic High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for most sports offered.
What is Catholic High School's ranking?
Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Louisiana is $9,606 for elementary schools and $11,032 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Louisiana is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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