The mission of Edward Douglas White Catholic High School, a Houma-Thibodaux Diocesan co-education institution serving Thibodaux and the surrounding areas, is to impart the Catholic faith, promote academic excellence, and enhance self-esteem.
The school serves students in grades 8 through 12 and offers a strong college preparatory curriculum as well as a general curriculum.
The school is committed to serving the Catholic communities of Thibodaux and the surrounding areas.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
E.d. White Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Grey, Cardinal
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
702 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Northern Cardinal
- The mission of Edward Douglas White Catholic High School, a Houma-Thibodaux Diocesan co-education institution serving Thibodaux and the surrounding areas, is to impart the Catholic faith, promote academic excellence, and enhance self-esteem.
- The school serves students in grades 8 through 12 and offers a strong college preparatory curriculum as well as a general curriculum.
- The school is committed to serving the Catholic communities of Thibodaux and the surrounding areas.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Edward Douglas White - Former Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does E.d. White Catholic High School cost?
E.d. White Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from E.d. White Catholic High School?
E.d. White Catholic High School famous alumni include: Edward Douglas White - Former Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court.
What is E.d. White Catholic High School's ranking?
E.d. White Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for E.d. White Catholic High School?
The application deadline for E.d. White Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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